Newsom takes a diesel train for a photo opportunity amidst delays in the high-speed rail project.
Gavin Newsom’s $15 Billion “TRAIN TO NOWHERE” Jesse Watters from FOX News criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom’s announcement about the construction of the California High-Speed Rail, a project that’s taken over a decade and cost around $15 billion to even get started. In his novel *1984*, George Orwell wrote, “The Party told you to reject […]
Inside the community divided by Newsom’s high-speed rail
High-Speed Rail Proposal Sparks Outrage in Shafter In the small community of Shafter, located just northwest of Bakersfield, the vision of high-speed rail has turned into a contentious issue. Residents and local business owners are expressing strong discontent over the state’s plan to lay rail tracks directly through their downtown area. This project could displace […]
Newsom ridiculed for standing in front of a freight train to ‘honor’ an imaginary high-speed rail
California Governor Gavin Newsom faced criticism for appearing in front of a freight train to highlight advancements in his controversial high-speed rail initiative. However, the Central Valley segment remains years from transporting passengers, with an exorbitant cost of approximately $215 million per mile. “He’s posing in front of a freight train claiming, ‘It’s coming,’ but […]
Potential high-speed rail users express disapproval
Passersby on Amtrak trains in Bakersfield aren’t exactly optimistic about California’s high-speed rail initiative, which has seen considerable delays. Many believe the multi-billion dollar endeavor is causing more harm than good. Steve Laird, a native of Bakersfield who has recently relocated to San Marcos, argues that the project is not only unnecessary but fundamentally flawed. […]
Photos of Gavin Newsom’s high-speed rail uncover the reality of the $15 billion initiative.
High-Speed Rail Funding Raises Questions in California Governor Gavin Newsom claims he’s adept with figures, but the extensive investment in California’s high-speed rail system seems questionable. Recent records and photos from the state’s High-Speed Rail Authority reveal where around $15 billion has been allocated in five Central Valley counties over the past ten years. The […]
Newsom’s Major Success: High-Speed Train Now Has An Impressive Depot After Almost Two Years Of Building
California High-Speed Rail Project Sees New Milestone Initially, the high-speed rail project was expected to be fully operational by 2020, but recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom has marked the opening of the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s new facility in Kern County. This ambitious high-speed rail initiative was backed by voters in 2008 via Proposition 1A. […]
Newsom praises California’s high-speed rail during State of the State as costs rise to $135 billion
California High-Speed Rail Progress and Challenges During his State of the State address on Thursday, California Governor Gavin Newsom expressed optimism about the high-speed rail project linking Los Angeles and San Francisco, asserting it is “back on track.” This ambitious initiative, noted as the most costly rail project in the United States, has faced years […]
California Withdraws Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Funding Cuts for High-Speed Train
California Withdraws Lawsuit Over High-Speed Rail Funding California has decided to abandon its lawsuit against the Trump administration, which sought nearly $4 billion in federal funds for the state’s delayed high-speed rail project. Instead of addressing the ongoing challenges associated with this substantial bullet train initiative, state representatives have accused the federal government of not […]
Cali drops lawsuit against Trump’s choice to revoke over $4 billion for high-speed rail.
California has abandoned its lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw over $4 billion in federal funding for high-speed rail initiatives in the state, a move announced late Friday. The California High-Speed Rail Authority, which initiated the lawsuit in July, stated that the choice to drop the case reflects the state’s belief that the […]
California withdraws lawsuit against Trump administration over funding cuts for high-speed railway.
California Abandons Lawsuit Over High-Speed Rail Funding Cuts California has decided to drop a lawsuit that challenged the Trump administration’s cancellation of over $4 billion in federal funds for high-speed rail projects in the state. The California High-Speed Rail Authority had initiated the lawsuit back in July. However, on Friday, the agency announced that its […]