Trump Admin Could Dynamite Mountain For New Border Wall
Summary
The Trump administration plans to build a border wall in Texas that may require blasting through part of Mariscal Mountain inside Big Bend National Park. Local officials, environmental groups, and some lawmakers oppose the project, saying it could harm the park’s environment and that the road may not be needed.Key Facts
- The planned border wall patrol road crosses Mariscal Mountain, a limestone ridge in Big Bend National Park.
- Building the road would likely require using dynamite and heavy bulldozing due to the rugged terrain.
- Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland said the area is rarely crossed and the road is unnecessary.
- Environmental groups warn the project would damage desert habitats and disrupt the park’s natural environment.
- House Democrats sent a letter asking the government to pause construction and share detailed plans.
- The Trump administration defends the project as part of its border security efforts during President Donald Trump’s second term.
- Illegal border crossings have dropped significantly under President Trump’s current term.
- The project faces opposition from local leaders, tourism groups, and former National Park officials.
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