Biden administration auctions unused border wall materials, Texas Lt. Governor buying them back.

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The Biden administration is auctioning off unused border wall materials ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s second term. The materials, including steel bollard wall sections, are being sold through GovPlanet, with bids starting as low as $5. This has drawn criticism from conservative lawmakers and border security advocates, raising concerns about the administration’s motivations and the potential impact on border security.

Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has pledged to bid on all the materials, noting that Texas is ready to support Trump’s border security plans. He criticized the Biden administration for what he described as a “going out of business” sale, accusing them of undermining efforts to secure the border.

This auction has significant consequences. When Biden took office in 2021, he halted border wall construction, leaving up to $300 million worth of taxpayer-funded materials unused. As these materials are now being sold, questions about taxpayer waste and delays in resuming construction under Trump’s administration arise. Critics suggest that the auction is designed to complicate Trump’s border security efforts.

Historically, outgoing administrations have sometimes taken actions that hinder incoming administrations. The sale of these materials could delay Trump’s plans to resume border wall construction, potentially leading to renewed funding debates in Congress. The rapid removal and sale of the materials has raised concerns about national security priorities.

The most concerning aspect is the scale of the auction. Videos from The Daily Wire show flatbed trucks moving wall sections from Tucson, Arizona, at a rate of up to half a mile per day, with materials being relocated from key stations in Nogales, Tucson, and Three Points before Christmas. This accelerated timeline has fueled speculation about the administration’s intentions.

The fallout from this auction could be significant. If Texas successfully bids on the materials, it could aid in resuming border wall construction. However, selling the materials at such low prices raises concerns about wasteful spending and the potential delay in addressing the migrant crisis. This action has sparked a broader debate on border security policies during political transitions.

BREAKING: Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick says the state of Texas is prepared to buy up all of the border wall segments the Biden Administration is auctioning for $5 a segment and donate then back to the Trump administration. He has $1 billion to work with. 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/sImFlBmYiy

— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) December 13, 2024