In the early 19th century, the border between Texas and Mexico was a source of contention between the two nations. Texans claimed that the border was the Rio Grande River, while Mexico insisted that it was the Nueces River. This disagreement ultimately led to the Texas Revolution and the annexation of Texas by the United States.
The issue of the border resurfaced in modern times, with both Texas and Mexico reasserting their claims to the territory. Texans argued that historical documents and treaties supported their claim to the Rio Grande as the border, while Mexico maintained that the Nueces River was the true boundary.
In recent years, tensions between the two sides have escalated, with incidents of violence and border disputes becoming more frequent. The situation reached a boiling point when Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced plans to build a border wall to secure the disputed territory.
The governor did not specify how long the wall would be or where it would be built. He directed the Texas Facilities Commission to hire a team of experts to assess the feasibility of the project and develop a plan for construction.
Critics of the governor's plan argue that building a wall would only further exacerbate tensions with Mexico and could lead to diplomatic fallout. They also question the legality of Texas unilaterally asserting control over the disputed territory without international approval.
In Texas, at least 66% of the 17 million registered voters cast ballots in the 2020 general election. That's 6.6 percentage points higher than the national average, indicating a high level of political engagement in the state.
As the border dispute continues to unfold, both Texans and Mexicans remain steadfast in their claims to the territory. The situation remains volatile, with the potential for further conflict looming on the horizon.
