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Federal judge extends pause on Big Bend border security construction
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points The court will reconvene on September 15. This pause affects a region known as Big Bend.
Construction on a border wall has been put on hold. A temporary pause on ground work was extended by a judge. This pause affects a region known as Big Bend.
The court will reconvene on September 15. Before that, parties involved will meet to discuss the issue. Details about the meeting and the court's decision are available from the source.
Further information can be found through Texas Public Radio, the source of this update. The pause on construction is currently in effect, with the court scheduled to reconvene in the coming weeks.
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Published: August 28, 2026 ·
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