$135 BILLION NIGHTMARE: CA Tosses $4B, After $15B Wasted on Train to Nowhere

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 Francisco and Los Angeles, has faced years of delays, ballooning costs, and political controversy. With federal funding off the table, the future of the project now depends on state leadership and alternative financing.