What Elon Musk’s Amtrak Idea Means for High-Speed Rail

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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