MBTA (the 'T') as a punchline

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), commonly known as the 'T', is headquartered at 10 Park Plaza. Frequent service disruptions, budget shortfalls, and fare controversies have made the T a persistent subject of local jokes, satire, and social-media commentary in Boston. Comedians, writers, and local media routinely reference MBTA problems in routines and headlines.