Trump administration sees 'no viable path' forward to finish high-speed rail project, moves to pull federal funding
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The California High-Speed Rail project is on the brink of losing $4 billion in federal funding due to a review from the Department of Transportation highlighting mismanagement. The report cited budget deficits, delays, and unrealistic ridership projections, revealing the project is becoming increasingly untenable. With $14 billion already spent and a dramatically inflated budget, the project has seen minimal progress towards its goals. CHSRA officials warn this funding loss could severely hinder progress, emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships for moving forward amidst a bleak financial outlook.
Federal Railroad Administration's Drew Feeley stated that California High-Speed Rail Authority has misled taxpayers, effectively conned them out of $4 billion due to mismanagement.
California High-Speed Rail's challenges stem from budget issues and missed deadlines, with federal funding now in jeopardy due to a lack of a viable plan.
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