Appeals Court Upholds Texas' Right to Maintain Rio Grande Border Buoys

Fifth Circuit decision allows floating barriers to remain as litigation with Biden administration continues.

Governor Abbott hails the ruling as a victory for Texas' border security efforts.
The Biden administration's lawsuit claims the buoys violate federal environmental law.
A trial on the merits of the case is delayed until October at the request of the DOJ.
The appeals court criticized the lower court's findings on safety and navigation issues.
Further legal battles are anticipated as both sides prepare for the upcoming trial.