President-elect Donald Trump has called on the Biden administration to cease the selling of unused portions of the border wall that were acquired but not installed during his previous term. Trump, speaking at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida, expressed his discontent and threatened legal action, mentioning discussions with Texas officials about a potential restraining order.
Trump criticized the decision to dispose of the unused border wall pieces, mandated by Congress last year as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. The measure allows for the sale or donation of the items to states on the southern border for refurbishment of existing barriers, not for new installations. Additionally, the Pentagon was directed to account for storage costs of the unused material.
During his address, Trump appealed to President Biden to halt the sales, emphasizing the need to preserve the existing wall infrastructure. He also raised concerns about federal employees working remotely, stating that those who do not return to the office will face dismissal.
Trump was accompanied by SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son, who announced a $100 billion investment in U.S. projects over the next four years. This investment aligns with Trump's efforts to promote policies, engage with foreign leaders, and secure deals during the transition period.
In a recent post on his Truth Social platform, Trump pledged expedited approvals and permits for $1 billion investments in the U.S., including environmental approvals. The announcement of the SoftBank investment signifies a significant achievement for Trump, who has highlighted his transition accomplishments compared to his predecessor.
While the success of announced deals remains to be seen, Trump remains optimistic about the impact of his actions on a global scale. He emphasized a positive outlook, stating that there is a 'light shining over the world.'
