New York City pilots delayed subway emergency exits to deter fare evasion

New York City is piloting delayed emergency subway exits to combat fare evasion, causing a 15-second wait before opening. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority installed these exits, which sound an alarm, at 190 stations costing $2 million. Officials state fare evasion is down 30% and the system meets safety codes. Critics, including disability advocates, worry about safety and accessibility during emergencies, while some riders understand fare evasion due to rising costs.