New Border Wall Construction Advances as Environmental Protections are Suspended
EL PASO, Texas — The federal government is set to expedite border wall construction in the region by waiving dozens of environmental regulations. This decision comes as officials aim to address security concerns along the United States-Mexico border. The Biden administration’s move to suspend environmental laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act, has raised alarms among environmentalists and local activists. These waivers will facilitate the rapid construction of barriers in earnest efforts to deter illegal crossings. As part of this initiative, the Department of Homeland Security has outlined plans that will enable the completion of … Read more