FACT CHECK: Did Rep. Darrell Issa run 'political interference?'

By FactCheck.Org

Fox News Sunday's Chris Wallace suggests Rep. Issa may have advocated for a Solyndra-like green company

Excerpts from this story referencing "Aptera Motors":

"… companies seeking government loans — specifically one on behalf of Aptera Motors Inc., which is within Issa’s district.Wallace: "You are saying — …"

"… y of the letter.Issa, Jan. 14, 2010: I write to express my support of Aptera Motors’ application for a loan under the Department of Energy’s 136 Advanced …"

"… of its plug-in and hybrid electric cars. … Awarding this opportunity to Aptera Motors will greatly assist a leading developer of electric vehicles in my distric …"

"… on throughout California as well as in other states. …I urge you to give Aptera Motors’ Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Incentive Program funding ap …"