"Biden's Border Wall Expansion in Response to Surging Mexico Crossings"

President Joe Biden's administration has approved the construction of a new section of border wall in southern Texas, spanning approximately 20 miles, in an effort to address the increasing number of illegal border crossings from Mexico. This move contradicts Biden's previous promise not to build any more wall. The decision has drawn criticism from environmentalists, as federal laws, including the Clean Air Act and Safe Drinking Water Act, have been waived to allow for construction. The rising number of illegal crossings has become a vulnerable issue for the president, with over 245,000 crossings recorded this year in the Rio Grande Valley area alone.