Wall Through History in Lochiel

Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 2m

A new border wall in Lochiel, Arizona, is tearing through ancient cottonwood trees and historic landmarks like the town’s cemetery and customs house, sparking outrage over environmental destruction and cultural erasure. With environmental laws waived and steel bollards spaced just four inches apart, officials are building the longest unbroken wall in Arizona—threatening wildlife corridors for jaguars and ocelots. Activists argue these sites aren’t security risks and should be preserved, calling the area a “sacrifice zone.” Despite claims of limited tree removal and bird nest monitoring…