Mexico disputes Texas' border barrier placement, citing potential treaty violations
- Mexico sent a diplomatic note expressing concern that the floating barriers may extend into Mexican territory.
- Mexico plans to send an inspection team to verify if the barriers violate boundary treaties.
- Mexico raised objections about barbed wire placed on an island in the Rio Grande near Eagle Pass.
- Barriers could impede water flow, violating treaties requiring the river remain unobstructed.
- Texas' barrier project is part of Gov. Abbott's effort to secure the US-Mexico border.