The federal government has paused certain border construction projects in the Big Bend region of Texas, as revealed in recent court documents. The pause is set to continue until the end of September 2026, according to a filing by Federal District Judge Jason Pulliam. The decision comes after Customs and Border Protection (CBP) informed the court that it would halt all ground-disturbing activities for the Big Bend 2 and 4 Projects to allow for more public input. On the government's map of border construction plans, the Big Bend 4 project is located within Big Bend National Park, while the Big Bend 2 project is in a neighboring area. Border construction in this region has sparked considerable controversy, with local residents and environmental groups expressing concerns about the impact on private landowners and the ecological and economic significance of the national park. CBP had previously paused construction to gather community feedback after the Department of Homeland Security waived environmental laws to speed up the process. Notably, the agency has confirmed that its work in the park will not involve building a 30-foot wall. A local resident has filed a lawsuit against the government, claiming that he received notice that his property would be condemned due to the border construction. This would prevent him from accessing the Rio Grande, disrupt his business that relies on tourism, and affect his personal use of the land and property value. A CBP spokesperson responded in writing, stating that CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott had met with local stakeholders to discuss border security technology in the area. The spokesperson emphasized that the agency is working to preserve the landscape and protect the access that visitors and local businesses rely on. CBP also mentioned that it is currently evaluating technology options to support President Trump’s goal of achieving zero illegal border crossings. The agency aims to strengthen border security in remote and hard-to-reach areas while maintaining the most secure border in American history. This ongoing effort reflects a broader strategy to enhance border control through technological solutions rather than traditional infrastructure like walls.