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Amtrak nominee Robert Gleason pledges expansion support, transparency after senators raise cost and fraud concerns
Summary
Robert Gleason, nominated to Amtrak’s board of directors, told the Senate Commerce Committee he supports expanding passenger rail to underserved communities and pledged oversight of spending and executive compensation after senators cited cost overruns, a recent Amtrak OIG fraud probe, and concerns over layoffs.
Robert Gleason, the nominee to serve on Amtrak’s board of directors, told the Senate Commerce Committee he will push for expanded long‑distance and state corridor service, greater board transparency and fiscal responsibility, while senators raised cost and fraud concerns tied to Amtrak projects.
Sen. Gary Peters and others asked whether Gleason would ensure Amtrak spends federal funds efficiently…
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