Golfer Phil Mickelson Criticizes California Gov Newsom Over EV Lawsuit

Professional golfer Phil Mickelson sharply criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom's lawsuit against President Donald Trump for withholding funds for electric vehicle infrastructure, mocking Newsom by highlighting the state's problematic high-speed rail project. Newsom accused Trump of undermining American innovation and benefiting China by blocking billions in funding, while Mickelson pointed out the rail project's massive cost overruns and failure to complete any track despite billions spent. The California High-Speed Rail, initially estimated at $30 billion and planned to connect San Francisco and Los Angeles, now faces costs around $130 billion with no operational sections and significant delays. Trump has also publicly condemned the rail project as a costly failure, further fueling the criticism against Newsom. Mickelson's comments emphasize frustrations with Newsom's political priorities amid California's high cost of living and economic challenges and serve as a rare critical voice against the governor's policies. His remarks have drawn attention to the perceived mismanagement and inefficiencies in California's infrastructure initiatives.