CBP Looking to Add Border Barrier Near Mount Cristo Rey

Advocates: Mount Cristo Rey wall will worsen migrant deaths, erosion, habitat loss

An undated photo of a youth hike hosted by Las Cruces nonprofit Nuestra Tierra to the top of Mount Cristo Rey in Sunland Park. A U.S. Customs and Border Protection proposal for a wall on the southern side of the mountain sparked protests from conservation groups and other advocates. (Courtesy of Angel Peña) A U.S. Customs and Border Protection proposal to construct a 1.3-mile barrier along the southern skirt of a Sunland Park mountain threatens …

CBP looking to build border barrier along south side of Mt. Cristo Rey, seeking public input

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Border Wall Plans at New Mexico’s Mount Cristo Rey Raise Environmental Concerns - Inside Climate News

Environmental advocates warn that border wall construction on the rugged mountain could cause erosion and sever wildlife corridors. Customs and Border Protection says it is necessary to prevent border crossings.By Martha PskowskiEL PASO—U.S. Customs and Border Protection plans to build a 1.3-mile border barrier on Mount Cristo Rey, an iconic mountain rising above the Rio Grande and the neighboring cities of Juárez and El Paso.

Public has July 3 deadline to comment on proposed border barrier south of Mount Cristo Rey

El Paso, New Mexico residents opposed to a proposed new border barrier near Mt. Cristo Rey are encouraging others to voice their concerns. What to know.

Border barrier proposal near Mount Cristo Rey sparks local debate

A proposed border barrier along Mount Cristo Rey has sparked opposition from some residents in the area.The plan, put forth by U.S. Customs and Border Protecti

CBP looking to add border barrier near Mount Cristo Rey

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