Overview

• The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued a 2-1 decision granting Texas a preliminary injunction to maintain razor wire barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border near Eagle Pass.
• The court ruled that Texas is safeguarding its property and not attempting to regulate federal immigration enforcement, rejecting the Biden administration's sovereign immunity argument.
• The decision prohibits federal agents from cutting or removing the razor wire except in emergencies, following claims that agents previously cut the wire to facilitate migrant entry.
• Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton celebrated the ruling as a victory for state sovereignty and border security efforts.
• Critics of the barriers argue they pose humanitarian risks, while supporters view them as essential for curbing illegal crossings and protecting private property.