California Gov. Newsom clears hurdle for $20bn Delta tunnel, but battles loom ahead
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 18:15 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Governor Gavin Newsom’s $20 billion Delta tunnel project in California has cleared a major regulatory hurdle, moving the scheme closer to construction. However, officials warn that legal challenges, funding issues and environmental opposition remain significant obstacles as the Newsom administration prepares to leave office.
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