California's e-bike voucher program was quickly overwhelmed by demand, while a conservative group warns sanctuary cities of legal repercussions for protecting undocumented immigrants.
A government program offered discount vouchers on e-bikes. But they went fast. A conservative group sent letters to roughly 250 elected officials in so-called sanctuary jurisdictions right before the holidays. The letters warn of civil and criminal consequences for policies protecting undocumented immigrants. They’re from a group called America First Legal Foundation. It’s headed by Stephen Miller, President-elect Trump’s deputy chief of staff for policy.
San Diego’s letter came two weeks after the County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution barring cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).Mountains and coasts will be in the high 50s and low 60s. In the valleys and deserts, temperatures will be in the high 60s to low 70s. A Santa Ana wind advisory is in effect for the mountains and valleys. Gusty winds are expected throughout the day and evening. But they should taper off on Wednesday and Thursday. Here are a few closures to keep in mind: Curbside trash and waste collected by the city of San Diego will be delayed one day after the holiday. And, Balboa Park public buildings, including the Botanical Building, will be closed today and tomorrow (Wednesday). EARLIER THIS MONTH, CALIFORNIA LAUNCHED A PROGRAM OFFERING VOUCHERS FOR ELECTRIC BIKES. METRO REPORTER ANDREW BOWEN SAYS THE VOUCHERS WERE EXHAUSTED IN A MATTER OF MINUTES. The program run by the state's Air Resources Board offers up to $2,000 off the cost of an electric bike. The goal is to help California reduce car travel and greenhouse gas emissions. But the initial batch of 1,500 vouchers was dwarfed by an avalanche of applicants. On a cycling forum on Reddit, users complained about not being able to join the queue or finish the lengthy application, explained in this video.'… You will also need to provide a list of household members including spouses, registered domestic partners and any dependents or guardians, as well as income documentation to verify total household incom
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