Madera

Despite uncertainty over federal funding, Chief Executive Ian Choudri said the immediate goal is to finish construction along a 119-mile stretch between Madera and Shafter in the Central Valley.

Janine Madera told jurors during her closing argument at Charron’s trial in Santa Ana this week.

“It doesn’t matter if he self-inflicted wounds or if she defended herself,” Madera said.

“She can’t cut lemons and limes reliably with a knife, let alone defend her life,” Madera said.

“He has a problem with control,” Madera told jurors.