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Trump administration starts building border wall in Big Bend region of Texas

publishers 2articles 2first reported 18 Sep, 17:34 UTCdeveloping since 18 Sep · 4 editions

The Trump administration has begun constructing a border wall in the Big Bend region of west Texas. According to ABC News US, this marks the start of the wall-building effort in the area. Fortune reports that the initiative has faced significant opposition from local landowners, businesses, and ranchers, who have expressed strong resistance to the project. One local resident stated, 'We will continue to fight for this land no matter what the outcome is. We will continue fighting to the end.' The administration's actions have sparked controversy, with concerns raised about the environmental impact and the disruption of local communities. The construction is part of a broader effort to enhance border security, though it remains a contentious issue among stakeholders in the region.

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  • Big Bend · 3 outlets
  • Border Protection · 3 outlets
  • $46 billion plan line · 2 outlets
  • 12 miles barriers · 2 outlets
  • 200 miles new · 2 outlets
  • Donald Trump · 2 outlets
  • El Paso · 2 outlets
  • Lake Amistad · 2 outlets

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  • Nothing new took hold after the first third.

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