A Border fence 16 Feet High and 'Aesthetically Pleasing'

The basic argument of Juan Castillo's article is that Texas officials and residents have been fighting the federal plans to build a wall between Texas and Mexico. just recently the full plans for the wall have been revealed to the public which has stirred up more anger from the residents and officials. The wall will be massive and stretching 70 miles long between Roma and Brownsville. They are also concerned that the wall will be harmful to the environment, and also hurting ranchers and farmers by cutting off the water supply of the Rio Grande.
Castillo verifies his information by having the exact measurements of the wall showing just how huge and strong it is going to be. he also includes some quotes and the feelings of Patricio Ahumada Jr. the mayor of Brownsville. Who is not in favor of the wall in fact the Brownsville community is considering filling a lawsuit to block the construction. Castillo also mentions Nancy Brown, a biologist, who has studied the area where the wall is being built. She is confident that the wall as great potential to harm the wildlife in the area. She and the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, is trying to find wildlife-friendly spots for placement of the wall.
Is the wall the best plan to stop illegal immigrants crossing the border? Some officials say that sensors, cameras, and more guards is a better plan. Juan Castillo gives lots of evidence to support the fact that the wall my not be a great idea, and shows a number of people who strongly oppose the wall. whether or not the protests change the outcome of the wall at least our government is making an effort to control the southern border, any added protection is good.


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