Deep in Appalachia, a rail-to-trail project builds bipartisan support for a bridge

In Appalachia, a rail-to-trail project is gaining bipartisan support despite the Trump administration's skepticism toward federal spending on bike and pedestrian infrastructure. This multiuse trail aims to connect Ohio and West Virginia, highlighting a rare consensus in a politically divided area. The project could boost local economies and provide recreational opportunities, showing how infrastructure can bridge not just geography but also political divides. Its success could set a precedent for other cross-state initiatives.