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Podcast: News For Reasonable People
Episode: $135 BILLION NIGHTMARE: CA Tosses $4B, After $15B Wasted on Train to Nowhere
Description: California has officially dropped its lawsuit challenging the federal government’s decision to withdraw more than $4 billion in funding for the state’s high-speed rail project. The lawsuit, filed by the California High-Speed Rail Authority, targeted a move made during the Trump administration under Donald Trump.State officials say the decision reflects growing doubts about the federal government as a reliable funding partner. Despite the setback, California plans to push forward with construction using state climate funds and by seeking private investment.The high-speed rail project, intended to connect San...