Who: Dr. Geraldine Knatz, executive director of the Port of Los Angeles
What: The Port of Los Angeles spent $489,000 in federal economic stimulus money from the Department of Energy to retrofit a city-owned yacht with a hybrid-electric propulsion system, rather than keep the old diesel engines.
Why It’s an Outrage: The yacht is used for publicity and education tours, according to the House Oversight Committee.
Where to Vent: Call the Department of Energy Office of Public Affairs at 202-586-4940
