Summary
Several sections of a border wall are delayed because they need approval from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The hold-up affects around 200 miles of the wall, part of a larger effort to build nearly 2,000 miles by 2029.
Key Facts
- The wall construction needs final approval from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
- Only 30 miles of wall have been completed since President Trump's second term began.
- Contracts for about 200 miles are awaiting Noem's sign-off.
- The DHS confirmed that the contracts are still in the review process.
- As of early 2026, 83 miles are under construction, and many miles are still in the planning stages.
- Additional funding for the wall is available until the end of 2029.
- The DHS faces challenges in acquiring land for construction.
- Noem's office has previously been slow in contract approvals, according to some lawmakers.
