$70 million contract awarded for Texas border wall construction

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has awarded a $70 million contract to Granite Construction Co. to build seven miles of border wall in Texas. This marks the first contract for border wall construction during President Trump's second term. The project aims to close gaps in the wall that were left incomplete during Trump's first presidency. The section in Hidalgo County is known for high rates of illegal crossings and smuggling activities. Construction officially began on Sunday, as part of Trump's renewed focus on border security. The administration has issued executive orders to enhance control over the southern border.