We don’t need a Border Wall. There’s a good solution in plain sight

Trump’s border wall would disrupt and potentially destroy the already fractured habitat of endangered species such as this jaguar. Photo courtesy of Bureau of Land Management

President Trump’s declaration of a national emergency has escalated tensions all across the southern border. The large majority of residents who live near  the Mexican border don’t want the Wall built. Their reasons include fear of the government’s use of eminent domain, the high probability of flooding from a built wall, concern of escalating tensions with Mexico resulting in loss of trade and tourism, serious repercussions for wildlife across California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.

The President is adamant that the wall be built. He’s clear he MUST keep his campaign promise, no matter the cost. But scientists agree that the consequences of a Border Wall would wreak havoc on the surrounding areas.