The Talk of D.C.: Rumors Flying that Trump Admin Wants to Undo Bike Lanes in Capital
The feds appear to be mounting an argument that bike lanes cause congestion in the nation's capitol — and advocates are bracing for a fight.
By
Kea Wilson
9:03 PM PST on January 25, 2026
The feds appear to be mounting an argument that bike lanes cause congestion in the nation’s capitol — and advocates are bracing for a fight.
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