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Trump admin caves on 'insane' bulldozing of Big Bend National Park

Trump admin caves on 'insane' bulldozing of Big Bend National Park

The Trump administration has halted bulldozing inside Big Bend National Park after a wave of bipartisan opposition over construction in one of Texas's most celebrated wilderness areas.

CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott announced the pause Monday, saying he had flown to Texas to conduct a personal evaluation of the terrain. The official said he would meet with local stakeholders and law enforcement before any further work proceeds.

The agency has budgeted $1.72 billion for the project, according to CNN....