$46B 'smart wall' races ahead on US-Mexico border
The United States is rapidly building what it calls a “smart wall” on the Mexico border, combining tall steel fencing with advanced technology.
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Ran by 11 outlets across the spectrum· The Boston Globe, Kokomo Tribune
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7 sourcesRan by 11 outlets across the spectrum· Border Report, WHDH Boston, +3 more
Trump administration’s $46 billion ‘smart wall’ races ahead on the U.S.-Mexico border
Trump administration's $46 billion ‘smart wall' races ahead on U.S.-Mexico border
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4 sourcesTrump administration’s $46 billion 'smart wall' races ahead on the U.S.-Mexico border
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