Bret Baier

Rank 17 of 47

Score 71

Reposted by Bret Baier

How much of a boondoggle is CA's bullet train?

In 2008, it was promised to connect SF to LA by 2020 for $33 billion.

Now, the hope is that it can connect Merced to Bakersfield by 2033 & the project is $100 billion over budget.

Officials hope full length done in next 20 YEARS

Elex Michaelson

@Elex_Michaelson

230d

.@realDonaldTrump is investigating CA's high speed rail project. It is more than a decade behind schedule. To complete what was promised, would mean likely going $100 billion over budget.

Republican congressmembers @KevinKileyCA & @vfong told me they are working to stop all…

2/21/2025, 4:51:42 PM

The statement critiques the California high-speed rail project, highlighting delays and budget overruns. It questions the project's feasibility and efficiency, engaging in public discourse about infrastructure and government accountability.

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The statement does not use harmful language but critiques a public project, aligning with the principle of doing no harm. [+1]
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The statement engages in constructive criticism of the rail project without personal attacks, adhering to the principle of constructive dialogue. [+1]
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