California governor candidate Xavier Becerra makes shock vow over doomed high-speed rail
California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra has announced plans to abandon the current high-speed rail project in favor of a new approach aimed at completing it on time and within budget. He emphasized his commitment to the Central Valley, highlighting the importance of addressing local agricultural and water issues. Becerra's campaign has gained momentum, positioning him as a leading contender ahead of the upcoming primaries.
- ▪Xavier Becerra plans to scrap the current high-speed rail plan and create a new one.
- ▪He has focused his campaign on issues affecting the Central Valley, including agriculture and water access.
- ▪Becerra is currently leading in the polls ahead of the June 2 primaries.
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Politics California governor candidate Xavier Becerra makes shock vow over doomed high-speed rail By Zain Khan Published May 24, 2026, 11:44 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra has vowed to scrap the current High-Speed Rail plan and to forge a new path that will see it completed ”on budget and on time.” The Democrat, who has surged in the polls in recent weeks, told supporters in Fresno the current configuration was failing to deliver, Fox26 reported. 3 California governor candidate Xavier Becerra has vowed to scrap the current high-speed rail plan and forge a new path. Reuters 3 The former Biden cabinet secretary stressed his ties to the San Joaquin Valley.
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