Jim Costa

06/04/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/04/2025 11:25

Rep. Jim Costa Denounces Trump’s Rescission of Funds for California’s High-Speed Rail

WASHINGTON - Congressman Jim Costa (CA-21) released the following statement after the Trump Administration announced it would rescind $4 billion from California's High Speed Rail Project.

"President Trump just ripped roughly $4 billion from California's High-Speed Rail (CAHSR). This undermines over 15,000 jobs created, growing local economies, and connecting both rural and urban communities alike.

He doesn't understand the San Joaquin Valley or the legal challenges that have delayed this project. Instead, he is stalling progress and killing good-paying jobs to score political points. While President Trump remains stuck in the past, the people of California and the Valley are focused on building a cleaner, more connected future through modern rail infrastructure.

The President of the United States asked the question years ago, why America doesn't have high-speed rail systems like those in Europe and Asia. The answer to that question is simple. He could provide the leadership to build high-speed rail corridors in America, as other countries have over the last 40 years in other parts of the world."
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