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Lawsuit Claims Texas Border Wall Sparks Floods, Violates Law

6/20/2026

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Federal lawsuit claims the wall in Presidio, Texas could trigger floods that would destroy homes, farms and infrastructure.
The Presidio Development District and Democracy Forward Foundation sought relief, alleging DHS awarded contracts without U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approval, violating the Rivers and Harbors Act, and that the administration waived environmental protections.
Environmental groups and members of Congress say the wall’s poor engineering has caused flooding, erosion and land damage.

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Federal lawsuit claims the wall in Presidio, Texas could trigger floods that would destroy homes, farms and infrastructure.
The Presidio Development District and Democracy Forward Foundation sought relief, alleging DHS awarded contracts without U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approval, violating the Rivers and Harbors Act, and that the administration waived environmental protections.
Environmental groups and members of Congress say the wall’s poor engineering has caused flooding, erosion and land damage.