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Hearing for temporary restraining order on Big Bend border construction to take place in San Antonio
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· August 19, 2026
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Key points The project's start last weekend marked the beginning of a controversial initiative by the Department of Homeland Security. Construction has begun on a border barrier and road in a West Texas wilderness area.
Construction has begun on a border barrier and road in a West Texas wilderness area. This project has sparked criticism from both parties. A federal court has agreed to consider a temporary halt to the work.
The hearing will take place in a federal court. Further details about the hearing and the construction project are available.
The project's start last weekend marked the beginning of a controversial initiative by the Department of Homeland Security.
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Category: parks ·
Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
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