Border Security Policy
Summary
Nogales leaders want the feds to rip down the barbed wire along the town's border fence because it's a safety hazard and ruins the local vibe. It's the latest clash between local street-level quality of life and federal security walls.
At a glance
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Impact analysis
While no direct price tag was mentioned, downtown businesses and tourism could take a hit if the area feels less welcoming.
Local residents and business owners who want a more welcoming, safe downtown area get a win if the wire comes down.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (5)
City of Nogales Unanimously Votes to Condemn Concertina Wire on Border Fence
City of Nogales Unanimously Votes to Condemn Concertina Wire on Border Fence Latino Rebels -
Arizona border wall: Nogales officials want U.S. government to remove "lethal" razor wire from its 20-foot border wall, threaten to sue
Arizona border wall: Nogales officials want U.S. government to remove "lethal" razor wire from its 20-foot border wall, threaten to sue CBS News
Arizona city officials want troop-installed razor wire removed from border wall
Arizona city officials want troop-installed razor wire removed from border wall militarytimes.com
Nogales, Arizona demands feds remove border fence barbed wire
Nogales, Arizona demands feds remove border fence barbed wire Washington Times
Arizona city officials want troop-installed razor wire removed from border wall
Arizona city officials want troop-installed razor wire removed from border wall Army Times
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