Texas Wins Court Ruling on Border Razor Wire

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Texas, allowing the state to maintain its razor-wire fence along the U.S.-Mexico border, a measure intended to prevent illegal immigration. This decision is seen as a significant victory for Texas against the Biden administration, which had attempted to remove the fencing, arguing it interfered with federal immigration enforcement. Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton celebrated the court's decision, emphasizing the state's right to protect its property and accusing the federal government of trespassing by cutting the wire. The court's 2-1 ruling grants Texas a preliminary injunction, preventing federal agents from removing the fence, except in emergencies. The legal dispute highlights ongoing tensions between Texas and the federal government over border security measures. Texas argues that the fencing does not impede U.S. Border Patrol duties, while the Biden administration claims it complicates their operations along the border.