‘Devastating’: bulldozers plough through Big Bend national park as Trump’s border work pushes ahead

The construction of a border wall under Trump's administration has commenced in Big Bend National Park, particularly impacting the Santa Elena Canyon, which has sparked significant public outcry due to its ecological and aesthetic importance. This development raises concerns among conservationists and local activists regarding the potential damage to one of Texas's treasured natural landscapes.

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