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Laredo's city leaders and residents are fed up with new barriers along the Rio Grande. They argue these structures are causing issues and demand action to resolve the situation.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 2 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before.
The city argues that alternative security measures are more cost-effective than wall maintenance.
Local residents and businesses that rely on cross-border trade and river access.
Federal agencies seeking a uniform, one-size-fits-all border barrier.
Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino, U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, Laredo College President Minita Ramirez on Sept. 7, 2026, at Laredo College Ft. McIntosh. David Gomez Jr. /Laredo Morning TimesLaredo College is set to ...
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Buckets containing alleged methamphetamine seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Aug. 25, 2026, at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge in Laredo, Texas.Courtesy/U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Fie...