California High-Speed Rail Authority boss Ian Choudri resigns under fire

Los Angeles Times - Oct 29, 2026

Ian Choudri, the chief executive of the state's high-speed rail authority since 2024, abruptly resigned ahead of a critical board vote over a key portion of the route.

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