Mexico Protests Texas' Floating Barriers on Rio Grande
Mexico has submitted a diplomatic complaint to the US government, expressing concerns that Texas' deployment of floating barriers along the Rio Grande may violate treaties on boundaries and water. Mexico plans to send an inspection team to determine if any part of the barrier extends into Mexican territory. Migrant advocates have raised concerns about drowning risks, while environmentalists question the impact on the river. Mexico also complained about the installation of barbed wire on an island in the river near Eagle Pass, Texas. Texas Governor Greg Abbott defends the barriers as a proactive measure to prevent illegal crossings.