In Homeless Crisis, California ‘Is Waging a War on R.V.s’
California is facing a homelessness crisis, with RVs becoming a visible symbol of the issue. New legislation allows authorities to demolish oversized vehicles if owners cannot move them. This has led to tensions between residents, local politicians, and those living in RVs.
- ▪RVs are seen as an eyesore and a sign of California's homelessness crisis.
- ▪A new law permits the quick demolition of oversized vehicles worth up to $4,000.
- ▪Residents and politicians are pushing for the removal of RVs, while those living in them feel targeted.
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AdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTWheelsIn Homeless Crisis, California ‘Is Waging a War on R.V.s’The R.V.s are seen as an eyesore — the most visible sign of the state’s homelessness crisis. Neighbors and politicians want them gone. The people who call them home feel under siege.Listen · 9:12 min Share full articleLos Angeles in early January.
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