Texas Plans Purchase of Auctioned Border Wall Materials

President-elect Donald Trump has urged President Joe Biden to halt the sale of unused border wall materials, claiming it is a waste of resources and potentially illegal. Texas officials, including Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, have expressed readiness to purchase these materials being auctioned off and store them until the Trump administration assumes office. Patrick stated he has significant funds available for this initiative, emphasizing the importance of securing the border. However, the Texas Facilities Commission noted that much of the auctioned material is in poor condition, with many panels described as 'mostly junk' covered in concrete and rust. The Biden administration ended border wall construction in 2021, leading to the auctioning of excess materials, which some argue is necessary for border security, while opponents deem it ineffective. Trump has suggested legal measures, including a restraining order, to stop these sales.