CBP chief halts construction in Big Bend National Park

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Today's Top Stories - August 17, 2026

Today's Top Stories - August 17, 2026

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner Rodney Scott said he would halt construction activity in Big Bend National Park as efforts to erect a border barrier have met bipartisan pushback.

In a video posted to social media on Monday, Scott said, “Last night I put a pause on all activity in that park as far as construction goes until I can get down there and do a personal evaluation.”

He said he would speak with “stakeholders” including local law........

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