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California High-Speed Rail
Coverage of California High-Speed Rail in the Nexus archive.
- This is why California’s wasting another $3.5B on high speed rail
California is spending an additional $3.5 billion on its high-speed rail project, which is criticized as a failure and waste. The funding is linked to supporting Governor Gavin Newsom's presidential ambitions.
- California mayors revolt over Newsom bullet train plan they warn could ‘raid’ local tax bases
California mayors, including Jerry Dyer of Fresno, oppose Gov. Gavin Newsom's high-speed rail plan, warning it could divert local tax revenues to fund the $126 billion project. The High-Speed Rail Authority denies capturing local funds, while critics highlight fiscal recklessness and legal risks. The project, delayed for nearly two decades, faces scrutiny over cost overruns and funding strategies.