1. The federal government claims that the border wall is needed in the southern border and the president has claimed a national emergency to divert the funding for the border wall. Local communities like Laredo and nonprofit agencies like The Butterfly Sanctuary, Earthjustice and private property owners have a lawsuit against the Trump administration. As the lawsuit is going on, what do you think will be the federal government's argument to build the wall? Do you think the argument of "eminent domain" is valid in this scenario?
2. Why are the voices of the local communities not being heard in this important policy process? How can we make our views heard in Washington?
3. What has been the role of our representatives Texas District 28 (Our current representative is Henry Cuellar from Texas district 28) and our senators (Senator Cornyn and Senator Cruz)? Are they reflecting the views of their constituents?
4. How do you think the border wall will impact the city of Laredo?