Biden Administration Faces Backlash Over Border Wall Material Auctions

Texas and Trump allies challenge the legality of selling unused wall materials, citing potential violations of federal court orders.

The Biden administration has been auctioning off unused border wall materials, with some items sold for as little as $5, sparking criticism from Republicans and President-elect Donald Trump.
A 2023 provision in the National Defense Authorization Act allowed for the disposal of excess materials, but critics argue the auctions undermine future border wall construction efforts.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham have filed a motion claiming the sales violate a federal injunction mandating funds be used for wall construction.
President-elect Trump filed an amicus brief on Thursday, calling the sales potentially criminal and urging an immediate halt to the auctions pending legal review.
Footage and reports suggest materials are being moved and auctioned discreetly, with some lawmakers accusing the administration of attempting to obstruct Trump's incoming border security plans.