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Big Bend Border Wall: Contracts vs. Low Crossings
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Federal government awards $1.7 billion contract for border wall in Big Bend, Texas, with additional $4.5 million for environmental monitoring. Despite CBP Commissioners statement, no physical barriers planned inside Big Bend National Park. Business owners express uncertainty due to shifting plans and waivers for environmental rules. CBPs Smart Wall map shows roads and virtual surveillance in the area, contradicting initial plans. Border Patrol reports zero releases and historically low illegal crossings, raising questions about the need for physical infrastructure.
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