Elon Musk has expressed interest in privatizing Amtrak, the largest high-speed rail provider in the U.S., to improve its management and productivity. This move could potentially impact the future of high-speed rail technology in the country, as Amtrak carries over 30 million passengers annually and is supported by state and federal subsidies. While Amtrak has defended its record of recovery post-COVID-19, Musk’s push for privatization could lead to increased investment and improved services for passengers, with potential implications for the future of the rail industry in the U.S.
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Justice Department Moves to Unseal MLK Jr.’s FBI Surveillance Records
The Justice Department is seeking to unseal F.B.I. surveillance records of Martin Luther King Jr. over the objections of his civil rights organization, amid concerns that the release could tarnish his legacy. The request, made by Trump-appointed U.S. attorney Ed Martin, aims to shed light on the truth about Dr. King's assassination by revealing wiretaps and agent reports, representing a significant change in the Justice Department's historical stance on investigative file releases. The move follows...
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