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Texas Land commissioner orders feds to stop ‘illegally’ clearing state border tract
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· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on this developing story can be found through the Texas Tribune, including the actions taken by Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham and the response from federal contractors and authorities.
A dispute is unfolding along the US-Mexico border in Presidio County. Texas officials are taking action against federal activities in the area. Details of the situation are limited, but it is known that a letter was sent to federal authorities.
This letter was prompted by concerns over land use. Further information on this developing story can be found through the Texas Tribune, including the actions taken by Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham and the response from federal contractors and authorities.
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Category: government Published: July 31, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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