Trump Slams Brakes on High Speed Rail

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil dives into the latest controversies surrounding California politics. From President Trump's decision to halt federal funding for the California High-Speed Rail, to Governor Newsom's controversial redistricting plans, and the implications of AB 84 on charter schools, Phil unpacks the complexities and implications of these major stories. Tune in for an in-depth analysis and join the conversation on how these developments could shape the future of California. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help grow the show!Chapters00:00 Federal Funding Fallout for California High-Speed Rail14:13 Gavin Newsom's Redistricting Controversy28:24 The Charter School Debate in California30:47 The State of Charter Schools in California38:14 Impact of AB 84 on Charter Schools41:27 The Rise of Charter Schools Amid Public School Decline47:59 The Consequences of Fabricated Stories55:11 Public Perception and Emotional Reactions to Education IssuesAre you a Californian who feels isolated and alone in your political views in a deep blue state? Feel like you can’t talk about insane taxes, an overbearing government, and radical social experiments without getting a side eye? Then join us on the California Underground Podcast, the most trusted podcast on all things California politics.Original air date  7.22.25*The California Underground Podcast is dedicated to discussing California politics from a place of sanity and rationality.*Check out our full site for more information about the show at www.californiaunderground.liveJoin our Discord server https://discord.gg/Tzp8d5xw Check out our sponsor for this episode, StopBox, by going to www.stopbox.com/californiaunderground to get 10% off your orderFollow California Underground on Social Media  Instagram: www.instagram.com/californiaunderground X: https://twitter.com/CAUndergoundTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@californiaunderground?_t=8o6HWHcJ1CM&_r=1YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj8SabIcF4AKqEVFsLmo1jA Read about our Privacy Policy: https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/privacy-policy/