The Department of Defense announced it is canceling U.S.-Mexico border wall construction efforts that were paid with funds that were initially allocated for the military.
"The Department of Defense is proceeding with canceling all border barrier construction projects paid for with funds originally intended for other military missions and functions such as schools for military children, overseas military construction projects in partner nations, and the National Guard and Reserve equipment account," said Jamal Brown, a spokesperson for the Pentagon, in a statement.
Brown said the returned funds will now be used for deferred military construction projects.
"DOD has begun taking all necessary actions to cancel border barrier projects and to coordinate with interagency partners. Today's action reflects this Administration's continued commitment to defending our nation and supporting our service members and their families," he said.
The Department of Homeland Security also announced on Friday that it would take steps to address "Physical dangers resulting from the previous administration's approach to border wall construction."
GOP Congress members have previously accused President Joe Biden of illegally halting congressionally approved border wall construction projects, while the Government Accountability Office is investigating whether the administration acted illegally.
Illegal immigration has become an issue for Biden as his administration has dealt with a surge of illegal immigrants and unaccompanied minors along the southern border.
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Biden Administration Cancels Military-Funded Border Wall Projects
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