Van Hollen Statement on Selection of New Metro General Manager

Statement

Today Maryland Congressman Chris Van Hollen released the following statement on Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's (WMATA) selection of Paul Wiedefeld as Metro's new General Manager and Chief Executive Officer:

"I am glad that the WMATA Board has finally settled on a General Manager. For far too long, Metro riders have endured unacceptable lapses in safety and service. WMATA needs a strong leader to address its challenges and restore confidence in the agency. Mr. Wiedefeld has experience in our region, and I look forward to working with him to ensure Metro meets the high standards my constituents expect and deserve."

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