Border Pause: A Hollow Victory in the Fight for Environmental Protections The pause on border construction in Big Bend national park, announced by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) chief Rodney Scott, seems like a concession to environmental concerns.
However, this reprieve is more likely a tactical maneuver than a genuine commitment to preserving the natural beauty of the park.
Scott's decision to "pause all construction activity in Big Bend National Park while I visit and conduct a personal, on the ground evaluation" rings hollow when considering the context of the project.