The U.S. Transportation Department has approved New York's plan to impose a $9 congestion charge for driving in Manhattan starting on Jan. 5, a move aimed at raising billions for mass transit and cutting traffic.

The Federal Highway Administration approved the program on Friday, though it could still be stopped by lawsuits. President-elect Donald Trump is also opposed to the plan.

Congestion pricing will be the first of its kind across the country. The U.S. Transportation Department has approved New York ‘s plan to impose a $9 congestion charge for driving in Manhattan starting on Jan.