Kevin Kiley Criticizes Gavin Newsom's Lawsuit Over High-Speed Rail Spending
Forbes Breaking NewsAugust 7, 20251 min2,496 views
3 connectionsΒ·5 entities in this videoβHigh-Speed Rail Funding Victory
- π A significant victory was achieved in cutting off further federal funding for the California high-speed rail project.
Governor Newsom's Lawsuit
- ποΈ Despite the funding cut, Governor Newsom filed a new lawsuit aimed at continuing spending on the project.
- βοΈ This lawsuit is described as frivolous and a waste of taxpayer money, following a previous unanimous defeat in a National Guard lawsuit.
Project Criticism
- πΈ The high-speed rail project is characterized as the single biggest waste of taxpayer dollars in US history.
- π£οΈ Kiley suggests that California's tax dollars should instead be used for fixing roads.
Future Outlook
- π« The current lawsuit is expected to fail, providing an opportunity to wind down the high-speed rail project.
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