(The Center Square) – California High-Speed Rail Authority CEO Ian Choudri has resigned, citing personal and family reasons.
The resignation by Choudri, who oversaw a long-delayed project that is expected to ultimately cost taxpayers $126.2 billion, is effective immediately.
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