In the United States and Mexico, another controversial decision has been made at the border. According to officials, the metal walls at the border are expected to be painted black in the near future. The main purpose of this decision is that the wall will heat up more under the sun, and as a result, it will become harder for illegal migrants to climb over it, they emphasized.
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced this on August 19 during her visit to a section of the border in New Mexico. According to her, this initiative is being carried out at the direct request of President Donald Trump. Explaining this idea, Trump stated: “Black color absorbs more heat, and climbing over the wall will become even more difficult.”
So far, it has not been disclosed who exactly is the author of this idea and when it will be implemented. According to dw.com, some sources point out that many questions on this matter remain open.
Mike Banks, head of the U.S. Border Patrol who attended the border event, noted that painting the wall black may not only deter illegal migrants but also help protect the wall from rust. In his opinion, this will also ensure the longer lifespan of the metal structures.
Thus, the issue of the black color has become a new and heated topic in U.S. border policy. Experts express different opinions about the effectiveness of this measure. Some regard this idea as a decisive step against illegal migration, while others consider it a symbolic move.
