A proposed high-speed magnetic levitating train line that would get travelers from Baltimore to Washington, D.C., in 15 minutes has been grounded before it could even get rolling.
Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge Kendra Ausby tossed maglev builder Baltimore Washington Rapid Rail’s attempt to condemn property in Wesport because the company did not get necessary approval from the mayor and City Council.
“There is no reason to send the case forward and so the motion to dismiss is granted,” Ausby said.
Ausbry also questioned whether the proposed $10 billion maglev would even qualify as a railroad, meaning the company planning to construct it doesn’t have condemnation authority.
