>>He estimated that the wire had gone up between October 21 and November 3. (As of publication time, the DHS had not returned an email seeking comment.)

The nonprofit noted in its post that border wall construction, including blasting, is currently taking place to the west of the memorial, and warned hikers visiting the area to expect “auditory and visual impacts.” The DHS plans to construct an additional border wall at the terminus itself in August 2026; the ATA noted that trail closures “may be necessary” at that time.<<

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