Texas Deploys Buoy Barrier in Rio Grande, Facing Lawsuit and Safety Concerns
TL;DR
Texas has deployed a buoy barrier in the Rio Grande as part of Governor Greg Abbott's anti-immigration agenda to deter migrant crossings. The barrier, consisting of hundreds of orange buoys, is being placed in the middle of the river, along with existing measures such as razor wire and cargo ship containers. However, the deployment of the buoys may violate treaties between the US and Mexico, and a lawsuit has been filed to stop their installation.
- Texas has deployed a buoy barrier in the Rio Grande to deter migrant crossings NPR
- Abbott faces lawsuit over using buoys along Rio Grande to mitigate border crossings CBS TEXAS
- Abbott faces lawsuit over using buoys in Rio Grande to mitigate border crossings CBS News
- Texas floating barriers will cause ‘imminent and irreparable harm,’ lawsuit claims KLBK | KAMC | EverythingLubbock.com
- Joaquin Castro says floating barriers in Rio Grande dangerous KENS 5: Your San Antonio News Source
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