In a recent interview, former President Donald Trump expressed his belief that the United States should have high-speed trains similar to the bullet trains found in other countries. Trump highlighted the speed and comfort of these trains, emphasizing that the U.S. lacks a comparable transportation system.
During the interview with entrepreneur Elon Musk, Trump suggested that high-speed tunnels could be the solution to implementing such a transportation network. This concept aligns with Musk's company, The Boring Company, which focuses on tunnel construction for transportation purposes.
Notably, during Trump's administration in 2019, the Department of Transportation made the decision to cancel nearly $1 billion in grant funds that were allocated for California's high-speed rail system. This move raised questions about the future of high-speed rail projects in the U.S. and the government's commitment to investing in advanced transportation infrastructure.
Trump's comments have reignited discussions about the need for high-speed trains in the U.S. and the potential benefits they could bring in terms of efficiency and connectivity. While the country currently lacks a comprehensive high-speed rail network, Trump's remarks have drawn attention to the possibilities of modernizing transportation systems to meet the demands of the 21st century.
