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Big Bend’s wild, rugged terrain already acts as nature’s own barrier—so why build walls and roads? Activists, lawmakers, and locals are rallying against a stalled $7.5 billion federal project, arguing it’s unnecessary and environmentally damaging. Protests are swelling across the region, fueled by bipartisan concern and tied to upcoming elections. With no clear timeline for resuming construction, residents fear irreversible harm—and officials say they’re still in talks, leaving the future uncertain.

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