建设拨款再砍1.75亿美元 美国加州高铁项目成党争素材

Core Viewpoint - The U.S. Department of Transportation announced the cancellation of $175 million in funding for four high-speed rail projects in California, marking a continuation of the Trump administration's opposition to the California high-speed rail initiative [1][3]. Funding and Project Status - The federal government has withdrawn support for the construction of the Madera interchange, elevated bridge, related design work, and high-speed rail station [1]. - The California High-Speed Rail Authority responded by labeling the federal government's actions as politically motivated attacks lacking basis [1]. - The initial budget for the California high-speed rail project was $33 billion, with a completion target of 2020; however, the latest cost estimates have surged to between $89 billion and $128 billion, with operational commencement now pushed to 2033 [3]. Political Context - The high-speed rail project has become a point of contention between the Democratic-led California government and the Republican-led federal government, with Trump previously criticizing the project as a "disaster" and attempting to revoke $929 million in federal funding during his presidency [3][5]. - In June 2021, California reached a settlement with the federal government to restore funding after a prolonged legal battle [3]. Project Challenges - A report from the U.S. Department of Transportation highlighted issues such as delays and mismanagement within the California high-speed rail project, leading to threats of canceling approximately $4 billion in federal funding [5]. - The California High-Speed Rail Authority has contested the federal government's conclusions, claiming they are misleading and do not reflect significant progress made [5]. Broader Implications - The ongoing disputes reflect broader tensions between the Trump administration and California Governor Newsom on various issues, including tariffs and regulations [7]. - The federal government has also threatened to withdraw an additional $33 million in funding due to California's non-compliance with federal regulations regarding truck driver English proficiency [7].