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Big Bend Border Wall Project Sparks Backlash, Confusion from Residents and Texas Officials - thetexan.news
Bulldozers are actively constructing border barriers in Big Bend National Park, directly contradicting previous assurances from federal officials.
A significant chunk of our state's iconic natural beauty is now undergoing irreversible changes. It directly impacts the wild, rugged landscape many West Texans escape to for unmatched stargazing and hiking. The border agency seems to be building precisely what its commissioner once dismissed as absurd.
Common questions
Is a border wall being built in Big Bend National Park?
- Yes, bulldozers are actively constructing border barriers in Big Bend National Park. Crews began work last week, following an order from former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that waived all regulatory restrictions in the sector.
Why is the Big Bend wall project controversial?
- The project is controversial because it directly contradicts previous assurances from federal officials. CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott had explicitly told a reporter in April that a wall would not be built there, even calling it "silly."
How do Texans and Lubbock residents view this project?
- Many Texans, from Lubbock's Tech Terrace to Raintree, view Big Bend as a cherished piece of Texas wilderness. They expected promises from federal officials that a wall would not be built in the park to be kept.
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