Summary
The United States is constructing a new secondary wall at the border with Mexico in New Mexico. This wall aims to fill important gaps and improve security, as part of a larger plan announced by US Customs and Border Protection.
Key Facts
- The US is building a new wall at the Mexico border.
- The new wall is around 7 miles (11 kilometers) long.
- It is located in the state of New Mexico.
- US Customs and Border Protection says the wall will fill necessary gaps.
- In June, waivers were issued for constructing 36 miles (58 kilometers) of wall in Arizona and New Mexico.
- The construction aims to improve security operations at the border.
