Construction in Big Bend National Park has been paused. U.S. Customs and Border Protection made this decision while its commissioner, Rodney Scott, tours the area. The commissioner is conducting an on-the-ground evaluation.

The construction project has faced opposition due to environmental concerns. Although a physical wall is not part of the plans, work has begun on infrastructure such as roads for surveillance purposes.

Further details about the project and the commissioner's visit are available. The visit included a stop in Alpine, where the commissioner was joined by Terrell County Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland.