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San Antonio federal judge orders pause on Big Bend border barrier construction
· Reported by San Antonio Current
Bottom line
San Antonio federal judge Orlando L. Garcia issued a temporary restraining order pausing all border barrier construction in Big Bend National Park until September 15. This decision follows recent bulldozing of vegetation and landmarks by contractors working on a $1.7 billion project.
Why it matters in TX-23
The pause affects local business owners, the Lipan Apache tribe, and residents relying on access to the Rio Grande and wilderness areas. Construction halts until at least September 15, pending further federal plans for the region.
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