Kevin Kiley Grills Pete Buttigieg On California's $3.1 Billion High Speed Rail 'Nightmare'

During a House Transportation Committee hearing last week, Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) spoke about California's high speed rail project.
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[@m2shout]

Came here for the grilling, left with a vanilla ice-cream. Serious deceptive title, he answered all the questions even when being interrupted.

[@bobl703]

Grilling someone actually just means asking them a lot of hard questions. Doesn't matter if he answered them or not. And you are right, Buttigieg did answer all of the questions and did well.

[@coptimal]

@@bobl703 The answers were to highlight A- Do you love states rights. (Or just for your pet causes) B- Was this the very best way to spend 3 billion dollars? Those were the points he made for others to build upon in the future.

[@MyBigFunnyPeter]

They have their panties in a twist as to whether or not people have the right to choose what car they drive but they won’t give women a right to choose what to do with their own bodies.

[@craigmerkey8518]

The GQP has a lot of questions, they don't give time or care about the answers.

[@PInk77W1]

Let the free market decide. You don’t like their answers

[@coptimal]

@@PInk77W1 - This was Pete saying: I do not understand how the EPA works. Is that a brilliant look?

[@PInk77W1]

@@coptimal I don’t think so

[@ajhourniforever]

He was trying so hard to ask questions for a “gotcha” moment smh. Working together must be so hard for some politicians. State your issue and allow the man to give you an answer.

[@robertdigby4504]

Uh oh we found his boyfriend

[@danielcarroll3358]

It is fun to watch people try to corner Buttigieg. He is the smartest guy in D.C. and they always come out on the short end. Some day he will be president.

[@JackKack-kk5dd]

​@@robertdigby4504You don't like it when people actually use their brain do you? That must be so hard for you.

[@cezartb]

It is easier to get a soundbite and a video than actually solving problems, which is what Buttigieg is doing.

[@coptimal]

@@cezartb - Which do you believe in? A- Consumers right to choose B- Government mandates. That's is Do you want people to be able to choose the kind of car they drive? A- Yes B- No That is where he trapped him.

[@anthonywatts2033]

Buttigieg runs rings around every Republican. They try so hard to catch him out and NEVER succeed.

[@AleandFire]

He got caught pulling that bike out of a gas powered SUV a block away from his destination. He’s a phony. Truth be known he probably was one of the kids rubbing Joeys legs in the pool 😂

[@rocketamerica2450]

​@@AleandFireGreat comeback.

[@guyfierimtwi]

He was on defense today but he didnt try to lie to the American people and he was honest. He knew he didnt know, so why make it worse?

[@kate-birdsommer8139]

So where is the 3.1 billion?

[@carolschmidt1814]

Follow the money.

[@PInk77W1]

Friends of friends

[@PInk77W1]

Kickbacks

[@procrastinatingpuma]

CHSR

[@rtflone]

@@carolschmidt1814 You can't follow it that's how Democrats launder money aka redistribution of wealth in commie land

[@annelamont3819]

Shut him down 😱😱

[@Ven100]

4:58 I love these silly questions. HSR has been around for decades and is still one of the most efficient ways to move people for certain distances. The trains are getting lighter, faster and more powerful. So yes, the technology will still be state of the art.

[@gingermolina8356]

Just money they will steal

[@bulldinkyjb]

Will, you support a man who you want to be President who steals all the time, so don’t get to upset.

[@SUzzer-jy9lj]

@@gingermolina8356 Exactly. I had read somewhere that Diane finestines husband worked 41 of the companies that was profiting from this disaster. I would love to see an up-to-date audit on this project. What do you think Americans millions or billions missing.

[@JonathanTheZombie]

They told us the railroad would take 6 years back in 2009.

[@88888gerald]

so now you know...they lie...

[@lindabergman3127]

How many ppls were stranded in paths of hurricanes because they were unable to charge their evs because of power outages same In floodings n blizzard’s

[@royklopfenstein5278]

Hi speed.

[@pantarkan7]

... and cost $40B, and have, what was it, 16 stops? (was it 22?) Next time there were numbers, it was half as fast, $110B, and had 6 stops... and no track had been laid.

[@rockwellmath]

​@@pantarkan7 actually train speeds will reach 210mph, and there are still 21 stations planned for the full system. And since this information is freely available, I'd have to assume that you're simply a liar.

[@martivaughan6382]

“I make Federal Policy”…..

[@terrybroadway2955]

Pete: I don’t like oil? And that can be a pain in the 🫏. Right Pete

[@ShadowCaster3214]

⁠I really hate it when people bash our country for our infrastructure projects saying we are so far behind or have poor oversight and blah blah blah. To be fair, in some cases that can be true, but it’s not a matter of complacency by the U.S it’s simply the fact that as a culture we love to drive. Europe and Asian countries are so far ahead in some instances because they started building centuries ago. Most countries don’t have the luxury of being huge, wide, and open geographically. Not sure if most people have ever been to Europe but I have and I can tell you that the countries are beautiful but highly condensed. From the very beginning, most European and Asian countries had no choice but to go underground as they have no space for super wide freeways and highways. The U.S had the luxury of never having to go underground, until recently. And when it comes to Asian countries in particular, they are able to build so fast because they don’t have as many safety regulations or environmental ones. For example, China has destroyed many habitats for animals because there are no regulations stopping them from doing so. And they already had a rail infrastructure to expand rather than build from scratch. I wouldn’t say that the U.S is super behind, our geographic needs are different, and so are our laws, regulations, and much more. We built infrastructure that supported our needs at the time, but not now. It is what it is. Upgrading infrastructure will cost billions but we have no choice. Look at all the progress LA is making right now. They have been working non-stop to expand their subway and improve their freeways and its making a difference. Most major work should be done by the next summer Olympics. They are also improving bike lanes and bus lanes. The high speed rail is also making great progress in CA and the LA to Vegas section has already started construction.

[@jamalgibson8139]

I think you need reassess your historical lense of infrastructure in this country. The truth is that the US was built on rail. Ironically, being wide open is actually better for rail than cars. Think about it, how far can a car get on a single tank of gas? Maybe 6 hours/300 miles? That's a lot of infrastructure to build up to support car travel. Rail on the other hand, can travel far longer far faster, reducing the amount of infrastructure needed. Also, the fact that we love to drive is driven by the fact that our cities and towns were destroyed by the highway and auto lobby in order to make driving the most convenient form of travel. They intentionally destroyed dense, walkable areas in favor of wide car lanes and huge parking lots, making it very inconvenient to do anything but drive. You can look at how we set up planning districts in the 30s with the department of housing and urban development to see this car centric design was baked into government regulations and standards for how things got funding to be built. So it's no wonder that Americans "love to drive," because ultimately, we have no other choice.

[@jeremywillson3497]

I live in California and that project is dead!

[@SUzzer-jy9lj]

@@jeremywillson3497 It has been dead for a decade and they still pop money into it That is the idiots we have in Sacramento running our state into the ground

[@markmorico5439]

Yup same here glad I got out

[@mrslucio73]

And we are still paying for it!!

[@pjfan173]

@@mrslucio73where’s the money and why do people still vote for the Marxists who have destroyed california?

[@danielcarroll3358]

The Republicans sued and sued and sued and sued. But finally they got through all that. And the first federal money had to be spent by a date certain, so things definitely got a bit rushed at the beginning. And then there is the problem that the US has never done HSR before. As the saying goes, mistakes were made. Fortunately, things are running well now. The first 100+ miles that will be used for testing should be in use by 2027. All the equipment must be tested at 250 mph by law and there is no place now in the US that can test at over 165 mph. 171 miles should be carrying passengers by 2030. It is like the Interstate System, parts of which still aren't finished. But grand visions have to start somewhere and California has succeeded in such many times before. The Interstates were built with 90% at first and 80% later of federal money, and no, that didn't all come out of gas taxes, which haven't been raised in a quarter century and are not adjusted for inflation. As of April 30 $12.6 billion has been spent on the project and of that $2.6 billion is federal funds. More federal funds have been authorized, which much be matched by the state, but not spent. When you see these numbers over $100 billion bandied about, they are for hundreds of miles, sometimes approaching a thousand miles, of construction including tens of miles of tunnels. This is a large, long term project. Remember, lots more cash goes from California to the federal government than the reverse. California subsidizes quite a few other states.

[@russbutton9347]

Ya gotta love how Congress people like to testify for the people they have in front of them. If you already have the answers you want, why are you asking the questions?

[@ajhourniforever]

He was trying so hard to ask questions for a “gotcha” moment smh. Working together must be so hard for some politicians. State your issue and allow the man to give you an answer. Rome wasn’t built in a day and these types of advances have taken decades to get as far as they are already smh.

[@jackflash6377]

Money Laundering.

[@Mr.E723]

Do you think the technology will still be state of the art? Japans original line between Tokyo and Osaka was more state of the art when it opened in 1964 than anything we currently have in regards to passenger rail.

[@HowardOchs-xk8xu]

Refund California

[@johnburdette1092]

Highspeed in Earthquake Zone. What a JOKE !

[@JamesR1986]

You mean like in Japan?

[@lenny1680]

@@JamesR1986 Are we funding that too? Otherwise this is a US taxpayer issue.

[@JamesR1986]

@@lenny1680 Quit playing Calvin Ball. OP expressed concerned about the safety of highspeed rail in Earthquake zones. I pointed out that Japan has had high speed rail for many decades now without a problem. I don't care, nor does it matter, nor does it relate to any safety concern, whether these trains are funded with private funds, public funds or gold dust from unicorn farts.

[@lenny1680]

@@JamesR1986 I don't like Calvin and if you like to ball with him it is your business. Bullshit that OUR tax dollars being wasted for poorly-planned carbuncles don't matter. And it was SAFETY that has been holding up this boondoggle so they have to make it 100% safe? Mayor Pete Bootyguy just admitted to Congress that he has no idea when it will be completed after the NY Times AND LA Times both said it may not be finished THIS CENTURY! So YOU GO FUND IT THEN! Because what does it matter "whether these trains are funded with private funds, public funds or" James funds.

[@StephenBaumbach]

what earthquake zone? can you be specific?

[@Yanquetino]

Kevin… Kevin… even CA is NOT mandating EVs: Californians can still drive gas cars until they totally fall apart. The "mandate" is that, to improve air quality and thus people's health, automakers will eventually not be able to sell TAILPIPES in the state.

[@Ghoulie916]

so what will replace tailpipes?

[@kevinthompson4334]

Peter isn't qualified to be head of transportation He just checked all the boxes. HELL he believes he had a baby

[@Yanquetino]

@@Ghoulie916 NO tailpipes.

[@Yanquetino]

@@kevinthompson4334 No, he doesn't.

[@johnkoziel789]

California perhaps not mandating EVs, but California is requiring 100% zero emission vehicles (ZEVs), by 2035. So, why would you even buy ICE vehicle, unless it is to populate your car museum.

[@SUzzer-jy9lj]

They Sold it to us Californian's for 88 Billion

[@bobl703]

I just read that it's going to cost a total of up to $128 billion just to finish phase 1. Yikes! That'll push California's current state debt off the rails.

[@danielcarroll3358]

@@bobl703 The operator has to pay rent to the state.

[@gingermolina8356]

No Bans & less Mandates

[@pantarkan7]

Kinda too late. Congress already decided that it has the authority to stop any vehicle, starting with the 2026 model year.

[@MrJohn49g]

I live in Fresno and nobody I know wants it anymore.

[@pennylane549]

High speed rail is a threat to oil and gas.

[@davewilbeck8225]

They just mandated fuel mileage requirements which are impossible to meet! No mandates?

[@hansouth2355]

they have an electric vehicle that can go over 500 miles in a single charge. it is much more efficient than combustion engine

[@kibashisiyoto6771]

The auto industry has long said any new requirement is technically impossible to meet, be it safety, pollution, or mileage. Early in the air pollution requirements, GM said the new standard was physically impossible, but Volvo was already demonstrating it. So don't be surprised if they cry wolf again. They are just trying to hold down costs of purchasing the vehicle, even if it transfers the costs of air pollution on the population as a whole.

[@rtflone]

@@hansouth2355 Care to tell us who has this marvelous EV or is it simply the eponymous they? Nipping hard on the Kool-Aid aren't you son?

[@J3wFro69]

@@rtflone If I had to guess, maybe Lucid? But that specific vehicle is very expensive

[@hansouth2355]

@@rtflone eponymous? many are driving it, many more will drive ev in the future. it just won't be american made if we are complacent. i drove a hybred for 100 miles and it cost me 6 dollars, with a combustion engine, it probably cost a little more...old timer

[@ellenlee9671]

The Amtrak train already runs this route! I drove Amtrak buses out of Bakersfield to LA basin … if they are not putting rail in from Bakersfield to LA there will be absolutely NO CHANGE other than getting Amtrak off the freight rails! My opinion only … just common sense in my book … it’s time they account for the money being spent on that project and whom are the contracts being awarded to and is there any Good Ol Boy connections! In other words … Money Laundering!

[@danhelwig]

They are spending a fortune building the flat, easy valley connections, the tunnel work to actually get into LA or SF destinations will be very interesting dollar wise. This work could easily be as much money as has already been spent.

[@hansouth2355]

lots of money is being spent on buying land for the tracks. there probably are mismanagement from the contractors. going through the mountains from bakersfield to al will be a challenge to be sure...i wouldn't want to take a bus from bakersfield to la, most attractive thing about it is high speed so it would make no sense to use bus

[@annelamont3819]

Sneekie slippery Evil

[@oliverburke]

That was good sparring. Good questions - good answers, minimal talking over each other.

[@ericthompson3551]

So he would like to see at least 10 chargers for the $5billion spent?

[@procrastinatingpuma]

$5 Billion hasn't been spent, only allocated. There is a reason why you keep hearing about these new chargers however nobody brings up how each one cost $500 Million to build. Planning and procurement takes time, people who actually understand this are well aware... conservatives are not.

[@simona5323]

@@procrastinatingpumaconservatives are too lazy to actually do the research which ironically is what they tell everyone else to do.

[@Duude125]

Spend billions and hope for results. You can’t beat that plan.

[@bobl703]

It's the liberal Democratic way.

[@reverendmorgano9659]

A state defying federal commerce laws by denying and violating the rights of the consumer is NOT going above and beyond a federal floor. It's called sedition and open defiance of federal law and it's illegal.

[@kibashisiyoto6771]

California was granted the right - under law - to impose tighter pollution restrictions because of it's unique geographic conditions (mountain ranges that trap smog) and climate (sunshine creating photo-chemical smogs). As an air breather, I would like to breathe relatively clean air - wouldn't it violate my rights to fresh air if nothing was done?

[@lindabergman3127]

It’s disgusting and unconstitutional

[@lindabergman3127]

@@kibashisiyoto6771green energy scams

[@JohnnyLawBMC]

@@kibashisiyoto6771 You're trying to speak logic to a bunch of people who refuse to use logic. They just want to start dumpster fires and blame it on bad forestry.

[@michaelpike1704]

The methamphetamine industry does count .

[@geoffnewman3109]

How many thousands of Californians suffer asthma attacks or die prematurely from air pollution ?

[@timothyhayes2935]

0 that's zero.

[@geoffnewman3109]

@@timothyhayes2935 and your source for this fact is …….?

[@jamesmccarty8988]

Constant interruptions, let him finish before you ask the next question.

[@carolschmidt1814]

They already know what he is going to say. Same questions, different day.

[@lucindared5541]

That’s what they do to people who come before,bullies!

[@88888gerald]

why provide chargers for ev that no one wants in the long run...?

[@hansouth2355]

hey guy, nobody is preventing you from riding your horse and buggy. there are many people want ev

[@watchimgo]

1.2 million more Americans every year have an EV. Join the wave...

[@rtflone]

@@hansouth2355 What about you do you have an EV and if not why not?

[@rtflone]

@@watchimgo 1.2 million out of 279 million registered vehicles in the US (point 43%) is more a droplet than a wave. Do research or gulp down the propaganda it's your call

[@PInk77W1]

Not a nightmare for the kickback recipients

[@craign7995]

High speed rail in CA should've been shut down the moment they discovered the inability to safely tunnel through the mountains north of Los AngelesAngeles in Sylmar (demonstrates the stupidity of this project). Sylmar is the epicenter of the 1971 earthquake. Who in their right mind drills a tunnel through seismically unstable mountains?

[@kuyshina]

Switzerland, china, Japan all have miles of subway and high speed rail tunnels under mountains and seismically active regions. Hell japan is the most active place on earth for earthquakes and they still build safe reliable transportation and tunnels.

[@williamoshaughnessy6529]

He does not make policy, that is the position of congress they should be only holding organizations to policy

[@mattedwards4533]

Pete is trying to confuse the issue. I wouldn't trust pete is an out house even if he was wearing a muzzle!

[@oliverheaviside2539]

You can “grill” the (D) suits all you like about their actions, but nothing ever changes. No one is stopping them, just a lot of pointless chatter.

[@sean9448]

Agreed. Actions always > words.

[@CharleneTruncer]

Then get out & volunteer at one of the new true the vote movements or vote counting monitors, or one working to clear the voter roles of dead & out of state voters.

[@websitemartian]

right but this is their job to expose it ... they aren't cops

[@patton67]

What it should be accomplishing is exposing why not to vote these people into office.

[@zephyrosuav9760]

​@@patton67"voting matters! Honk honk!"-🤡

[@tommywichilbuchjr.6891]

Came here for the grilling. What deceptive title…

[@peterl545]

The guy got absolutely nothing done. Buttegieg should be the democratic candidate for 2024.

[@Defender40]

I guess congress has forgotten that they're responsible for approving budgets, including for things like high speed rail in CA?

[@silk.1467]

The gas oil industry is a major employer and is a major contributor to our economy, buy a EV and you support the Chinese economy.

[@mattculb6990]

His line of questioning is really effortless, Buttigieg clearly prepared for all of these gotchya questions all day, good politician!

[@SiliconFlux]

I wish Buttigieg was as equally well prepared when he said "highways are racist" without understanding it isnt a race issue, but one of poverty .

[@mattculb6990]

@@SiliconFlux yup that quote is always taken a bit out of context or maybe even just a simple slip up.., he probably aligns more towards the latter view than just simply 'highways are racist'.

[@procrastinatingpuma]

@@SiliconFlux I mean it literally is a race issue lmao

[@lloydcady7231]

Can anyone talk why the the federal government is involved with the building of EV chargers ( their not doing a very good job of it) they didn’t build gas stations didn’t build truckstop didn’t build hydrogen filling centers so why EVs chargers

[@steelcom5976]

I love how Steve Forbes doesn't even try to be objective.

[@bobbarker3781]

The high-speed rail in California is a Democrat leadership failure. Something way over budget that the people didn't want and won't use. Just like the roundabouts that are popping up all over. It's a cheap overseas design that doesn't work over here. But our government keeps pushing because of cost

[@lawrencemarocco8197]

Merced to Bakersfield. No place to nowhere at 150 MPH. What stupidity and waste of money.

[@perrymellilo6310]

Screw the railroad they’re mafia. Where is the monorail? Disneyland said we’re gonna have.

[@ManuelCervantes-Horn-qp9mr]

Pete makes y’ all look like fools!

[@michaelnoviello6302]

California has been gutted...and thats a shame!!....Maybe they should change the way they vote!

[@blackrhino3442]

Money laundering

[@stephaniedeegan853]

Why is a congressman weighing in using an opinion from a news paper. It’s suggesting that they are stating facts when it’s stirring the pot with nothing more than opinions. Pete Buttiieg you are my hero

[@Tware8100]

California has more power than the government when it comes to automobiles.

[@lukemoran6574]

From Merced, shit is a absolute waste

[@wendyscott8425]

Don’t quote the New York Times. What do they know about California?

[@beatlesa7475]

Thank you Kevin. The whole project is a joke.

[@hansouth2355]

why? do you live in california?

[@shlepmessing8703]

@@hansouth2355 I do. The whole project is a joke.

[@doccarter5283]

​@@shlepmessing8703The potential is fine. Political infighting is the joke.

[@bobl703]

@@shlepmessing8703 I agree. The project is a joke. I just read an article by the Fresno Bee. They said that the total cost of just Phase 1 of the project could cost as much as $128 BILLION by the time it's done. And it's nowhere near done. That is ridiculous.

[@shlepmessing8703]

@@doccarter5283 There's no potential. NorCal and SoCal don't like each other and nobody is taking that train. It won't even be done in our lifetimes.

[@DanielMasmanian]

That's a grilling?

[@pennylane549]

Aircraft consume massive amounts of fuel and add to deterioration of the environment. Oil and gas industry fear the electric rail system getting a foothold in the USA. That's probably one reason other countries far surpassed the USA in rail systems.

[@WongJawa]

They try to grill him....

[@DominequeTaylor]

Can we just make him president already lol

[@iworkout6912]

I have followed the HS rail in California since it was proposed years ago. The vote by the citizens of California was misleading to say the least. They have made good progress building from Merced to Bakersfield and I expect in about 10 years it will be running if not sooner. The big question is will it make money, I'd say no. It will take lots of money to keep it running, which isn't unusual around the world. Like the northeast rail from Boston to Washington the speed varies, and only a small part is actually high speed. My guess for California is that Amtrak will become the operator or maybe another company supported by handouts from the government. The ridership between Merced and Bakersfield will not be that great to support the operation.

[@markstack2309]

Look at any railroad they're all government subsidized.....if they haven't made money by now and endless pit

[@albertperdon1048]

There is a side to this story that most Californians have not been told. Most everyone is talking about what's wrong with the HS rail project. But few are understanding that the idea that 74% of eligible voters approved in 2008 was not so much about a train, but much more about growing California in a way that builds on its inherent strengths and opportunities. The state's freeway system and investment in public education, from grade schools to the state universities, have served as a bedrock that made California the envy of the world. Our people are smart, and they're connected. The brightest and hardest-working people come here - and stay. They come from all over the world. The high-speed train will enable the state to grow in a more cost-effective and higher quality way. Connections by the Internet and high-speed trains capable of travelling at over 300 mph will allow us to connect in seconds and minutes rather than hours or days. High-density housing around HS trains stations will generate high ridership and enable the system to fund itself from operating revenues and benefit assessments on new housing construction. No state or federal government tax subsidies are required. The key is adequate scale of development and high-quality service. Albert Perdon: 310.871.1113

[@jantheman9999]

Merced to Fresno will probably be a good money maker since those are two of the largest cities in California

[@Josh-lq8bx]

California is a queen of long traffic back up. EVs battery will run down on stop and go traffic. And some of the electric grid will fail.

[@rfdezj]

So that's what you call grilling a person? Interesting...

[@eyelevelstudios6396]

If you look at the definition of weasel in the Webster's dictionary... please don't be surprised if you see a picture of Pete Buttigieg associated with the description.

[@YANETH0412]

Difference between State and Federal againnnnnn. Just see what Republican states do I live in TEXAS

[@ruthnovena40]

Give no more money for project. Ask the state for the account for the money.. .

[@stanleyyoung7638]

"As we’ll hear today, the United States subsidizes the fossil fuel industry with taxpayer dollars. It’s not just the US: according to the International Energy Agency, fossil fuel handouts hit a global high of $1 trillion in 2022 - the same year Big Oil pulled in a record $4 trillion of income. In the United States, by some estimates taxpayers pay about $20 billion dollars every year to the fossil fuel industry. What do we get for that? Economists generally agree: not much. To quote conservative economist Gib Metcalf: these subsidies offer “little if any benefit in the form of oil patch jobs, lower prices at the pump, or increased energy security for the country.” The cash subsidy is both big and wrong." - Congressional budget committee.

[@christophercowan1645]

What a disgusting answer. "Creating a lot of high paying jobs." WITH OUR TAXES FOR NOTHING

[@hansouth2355]

hahaha, what do you think those military bases spread all over the middle states are for?...which states do you think fund those? you mean your taxes and not mine. i want my taxes going to this project

[@terijones2461]

Way more tax subsidies go to oil companies !

[@user-wr7id4jl3z]

Electric cats are over 100 years old it’s not new

[@SoldCentralFlorida2023]

The Fucking you get, For the Fucking you Got!!!!

[@robertlee8042]

Good god. The inquisitor refuses to stop. He got the answer ten times. Listen to the guys tone of voice. It’s just so nasty and unfriendly these people are just not nice. They are not looking for solutions to anything. They’re only talent is discrediting people who are trying to build something that makes sense for the future. the United States has deplorable mass transportation.

[@jbsang54]

This really isn't fair it's more debt on the backs of the American people. How much more debt are we supposed to endure???

[@chasatch]

The first 8 EV charging stations were what, $500 billion? Cost savings will make the next 8 only $450 billion? What a deal!

[@raydavidson7455]

Another Cash Grab for this Crooked Administration 🇺🇲

[@whitenoise990]

It’s amazing how greasy of a politician he has become.

[@Tenshi2akuma]

For a party that loves to bray about states' rights, he sure gets his knickers in a tizzy when states actually do exercise their rights.

[@bobl703]

Wow, that was a vote of non-confidence at the end of that video by Buttigieg! When asked a very specific question about whether the technology will still be state-of-the-art by the time the rail line is done, he answered with "it will be a lot better than what Americans are accustomed to today", which is insinuating "No", it will not be state of the art, or even close to it, since America has some of the oldest railway technology of all 1st world countries. So, any new technology will be better than what most Americans are accustomed to and therefore the high speed train will be great by today's standards, but when it's done 15 or so years from now, it will be way behind the curve compared to other countries and their technology. Yikes!!!!!!

[@stankenosky-jg7yn]

Mayor Pete….What a weak stick…Another appt. that never should have happened.

[@doccarter5283]

Not much of a grilling. Looks more like a backfire.

[@davecallaway1911]

There will NEVER be high speed rail in Calif,waste of our taxes. Also somebody is lining their pockets. Gavie?

[@blown503]

I see no purpose in an electric vehicle for myself because I drive a diesel truck because it has a big exhaust pipe lol.

[@hansouth2355]

hahaha, automated trucks and automated ev trucks are coming. but there is a huge demand for truck drivers so your job is safe

[@stephendiamond9893]

How does a guy from Indiana who is a mayor in a small little town who couldn’t even pave the roads that were in horrible condition get to become secretary of transportation? That’s the question. I would ask he may be a smart test taker and good in school But in reality, he shouldn’t be in that position. If he can’t pave potholes, how can he be expected to oversee a transportation department of this United States?

[@shaneb4923]

Thank You Kevin Kiley!! WHERE IS THE 3.1 BILLION PETE??!!!

[@procrastinatingpuma]

It went to CHSR, this is super well known my dude.

[@suziep5366]

its a debacle

[@jeanettecameron7530]

No taxpayer money for vehicles, gas or electric.

[@chokkan7]

I'll give Bootyjag his props; he is almost unflappable in the face of facts and finds a way to evade any direct responses while continuing to spout lies...reasonable sounding lies, but utter garbage upon closer inspection. I was almost surprised that he didn't cite racism as a reason for the delays...

[@sadkins3210]

Rancho Cucamonga to Vegas

[@rzellmer219]

I said when it was passed... it'll be the largest boondoggle in CA history.. and it is, and will be for the next 30 years IF it ever got completed.

[@robgranberg7854]

The secretary of transportation should 100% know the entire EPA policy when it comes to anything transportation related. 🤦

[@ManuelCervantes-Horn-qp9mr]

Wrong!

[@billypollina7870]

Thank you for letting us know that you know nothing about jurisdiction of departments.

[@robgranberg7854]

🤦🏻

[@sabaha4637]

Breaking: Macron LOST Election 🎉😄

[@pindapoy1596]

@sabaha4637 Out through the door, back through the window. The French will vote for known candidates; they do not like change.

[@hansouth2355]

he lost the majority of seats. he probably will have to vacate the seat and form a new coalition government. le pen will not be president though

[@hansouth2355]

@@pindapoy1596 probably right

[@robertregad2972]

it will never happen

[@joniburgess4788]

Pete strikes again. Makes another one look dumb. 😂

[@davidrathert9428]

Pete can’t even manage a #2 shovel

[@shannonbarrett4761]

I sure hope they are all looking into all of the products that involve child labor!

[@relentlesscactus]

Edge Edge, they say . . .

[@georgepaust8416]

So California says you have a choice. Gas powered vehicles or EVS. You will still have that choice when they make gasoline unavailable in the state.

[@simona5323]

When is that? What exactly are they doing that’s making gasoline unavailable?

[@angiebelieved]

They always talk over Pete😂 they are obviously intimidated