The mainstream media is fear mongering about our work at Big Bend. Here’s what’s actually happening: @CBP is building ONE new access road, improving existing roads, installing detection technology, and placing vehicle barriers in limited, strategic locations. What people are seeing is survey and design work — NOT construction of a wall or stadium lighting through Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, or the Black Wildlife Management Area. We are working to preserve the landscape and protect the access visitors and local residents depend on.

The Department of Homeland Security is addressing media reports about activities at Big Bend, clarifying that ongoing work involves a new access road, infrastructure improvements, and technology installation. They state this is survey and design work, not a wall construction or extensive lighting project.