Biden's Funding Fumbles: From California's Troubled Train to Vegas' High-Speed Rail

The Biden administration is providing over $3 billion in federal taxpayer funds to California for its high-speed rail project, which has faced significant delays and cost overruns. The project, originally approved 15 years ago, has ballooned to $80 billion over budget and has been dramatically downsized. Despite criticism from Republicans, Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi have championed the project, touting its climate benefits and potential to improve transportation in the state. The funding comes as part of a broader announcement of $8.2 billion in new passenger rail corridors nationwide.