The drug cartels in Nuevo Laredo across the river have successfully bought the politicians on the Texas side for years. They do not want shipments of illegal drugs and people to be slowed down by a fence. It’s disgusting that the US government should cave to Mexican thugs on both sides of the border, but certainly not surprising.
Yet another reason to insist on TERM LIMTS at all levels! Don't let 'em stay long enough to get bought.