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Strike disrupts nation’s largest rail system

A rail strike disrupted the country’s largest rail system on the first workday, worsening daily travel and road congestion.
WHO: Rail workers
WHAT: A strike disrupted the nation’s largest rail system, causing widespread travel disruption.
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 1:18 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Workers went on strike, disrupting rail services on the first workday.

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