Republicans have welcomed the introduction of buoys in the Rio Grande but Henry Cuellar, a Democrat, believes it was idea.
Lawmakers are at odds over who came up with the idea of floating barriers to block illegal immigration, with one senior Democrat claiming credit for an initiative much heralded by Republicans.Texas Governor Greg Abbott launched buoys in the Rio Grande to much fanfare in 2023 as part of efforts to tackle a surge in undocumented migrants entering the US from Mexico.However, Rep. Henry Cuellar told Newsweek that he was first to put the idea to U.S. Border Patrol.
'Newsweek has contacted Customs and Border Protection for comment via email.The current buoy barrier has sparked controversy, with critics citing safety risks and environmental concerns, while supporters argue it effectively curtails unauthorized crossings.The congressman's comments could reshape the narrative surrounding the origins of the buoy strategy, adding a bipartisan dimension to a debate that has largely been polarized along party lines.
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