East Idaho Times

U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Mike Crapo, both representing Idaho, have called for an explanation from the Biden administration regarding the sale of materials originally intended for constructing a border wall. The senators argue that this decision has worsened the illegal immigration crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border and compromises the Department of Defense's responsibility to enhance national security.

The senators expressed their concerns in a letter, stating: “By opting to sell materials intended for the construction of the border wall, DOD is exacerbating the ongoing illegal immigration crisis and subverting Congress’s statutory mandate to strengthen border security.” They further highlighted how Idaho communities are affected by issues such as drug trafficking and human trafficking resulting from what they describe as an unchecked flow through the southern border.

Risch and Crapo emphasized that "the Department of Defense has a clear obligation to protect the security of the United States," urging it to fulfill its duty. They criticized what they see as a political decision over prioritizing citizen safety, suggesting that continued construction with these materials could have been possible.

For more details, readers are directed to view the full letter issued by the senators.