CBP Pauses Border Wells Amid Water Fears | Santa Fe News

CBP halts new groundwater drilling near the U.S.-Mexico border amid uproar from ranchers and state officials over illegal, high-capacity wells pumping without permits — a move seen as federal overreach threatening New Mexico’s water rights. Ranchers demand permanent sealing of wells and legal sourcing of water, while state leaders push for compliance with state law to protect vital water basins critical for livestock and communities. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/875f9b25967e669b