US-Mexico Border Wall To Be Painted Black To Deter Migrants From Climbing
The decision to paint the wall black was made at the request of President Donald Trump.
In a renewed effort to strengthen border security and deter illegal immigration, the Trump administration has announced plans to paint the US-Mexico border wall black. US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem made the announcement during a press conference held at the border wall in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, on Tuesday.
The decision to paint the wall black was made at the request of President Donald Trump. 'When something is painted black, it gets even warmer, making it even harder for people to climb," Noem explained. She also noted that the black coating will help protect the steel structure from rust and weather damage.
The move is part of a broader effort by the administration to reinforce the border wall with more advanced security features. 'There will be more added to it as far as technology, cameras, sensors," Noem said, outlining the administration's plan to integrate surveillance and detection tools along the border.
This isn't the first time the idea of a black border wall has surfaced. Back in 2020, similar discussions took place as Trump's officials tested black paint on certain sections of the wall to assess its impact on both durability and deterrence.
Although DHS has not provided specific details regarding the timeline or cost of the painting project, Axios reported that inquiries have been made to the department, with no official comment released as of yet.
According to a recent NewsNation report, the Trump administration has allocated $46.5 billion toward the completion of the border wall. During the press briefing, Noem claimed that the US currently has 'the most secure border that we've ever had in the history of this nation," citing zero illegal crossings recorded in the months of May, June, and July.
Noem expressed hope that the changes will encourage migrants to enter the country legally. 'The goal is for people to come to our country the right way, so they can stay, build a life here, and pursue the American dream," she said.
She also emphasised on the administration's stance on border security, claiming that President Trump understands that 'without borders, we cease to be a nation."
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