Federal Court Upholds Texas' Right to Maintain Razor Wire Border Barriers

The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against the Biden administration, allowing Texas to continue its border security measures and blocking federal agents from removing the barriers.

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.