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Cornyn urges DHS to hear Texans’ concerns about Big Bend border barrier construction
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· August 11, 2026
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Key points Further details about the project and the senator's statement are available from Houston Public Media. In Texas, a senator is speaking out about a border project.
In Texas, a senator is speaking out about a border project. The senator believes that people in the area should be heard before any more work is done. This includes those who own land and leaders in the community.
Further details about the project and the senator's statement are available from Houston Public Media. The senator's concerns are focused on the construction of a barrier in a specific region.
Local leaders and advocates are affected by the project, and the senator wants to ensure their voices are considered. For more information, readers can consult the original report from Houston Public Media.
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Category: parks Published: August 11, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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