Border project contractors arrive in Big Bend National Park as Texas lawmakers call for a pause

In West Texas, a project to build border barriers and roads is underway at Big Bend National Park. Contractors have arrived at the site to begin work. Texas lawmakers, specifically Democrats, are speaking out against the project.

They are calling for a delay in the plans. Further information on the project and the lawmakers' concerns can be found through Houston Public Media, which is following the developments in the story.