Biden thought he could pull a fast one over Trump, but he just lost again.
Texas is stepping up its efforts to ensure the completion of the border wall, even as the Biden administration continues to auction off leftover materials that were initially set aside for the project. As border security remains a top concern for conservatives, state officials are preparing to buy these materials and store them until the next Republican administration takes office in January 2025.
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, a staunch supporter of stronger border enforcement, has made it clear that the state will bid on all available materials. “I’m going to bid on all of that wall, and we will purchase it in Texas, and we will hand it to Donald Trump,” Patrick declared on The Ingraham Angle. “I have a billion dollars in my wallet to do it.” His bold statement reflects the growing frustration with the Biden administration’s abandonment of the border wall, which has left critical materials gathering dust while illegal immigration soars.
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham echoed Patrick’s sentiment, offering the state’s resources to help store the materials. “If you buy it, I have a place to store it—on state land! The [Texas General Land Office] is standing by to help,” Buckingham said, calling the sale of unused wall parts “shameful.”
The Biden administration halted border wall construction in January 2021 after completing only 450 miles of the planned wall during the Trump presidency. Despite critics claiming the wall is ineffective and overly costly, border security advocates argue that the wall is an essential tool in stopping illegal immigration and protecting American communities.
Since 2023, the Department of Defense has been auctioning off surplus wall materials through an online marketplace, GovPlanet. This decision has sparked outrage among conservatives, who see it as an unnecessary waste of resources that could be used to finish the project. Arizona has also been affected, with unused wall parts seen being transported in the state, despite the materials being valuable for future construction under a new administration.
President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to reinstate border wall construction when he returns to office, calling the Biden administration’s disposal of the materials “almost a criminal act.” He has urged the government to stop selling off the materials, which he believes could be used to secure the border under his leadership.
To support this effort, Texas has also offered 1,400 acres of land to the incoming administration for the purpose of facilitating deportations and enhancing border enforcement. Border security czar Thomas Homan has already begun strategizing how to use the land effectively, signaling that Texas is ready to partner with the next administration in its efforts to restore law and order at the border.
As the Biden administration continues to prioritize open borders and weak enforcement, Texas remains committed to ensuring the security of its residents and the integrity of the nation’s borders. The state’s proactive stance in purchasing the unused materials for the wall is just one example of how local leaders are stepping up where the federal government has failed. With the next Republican administration on the horizon, the groundwork is being laid for a stronger, more secure America.