Pentagon Signs Off On President Trump's Request To Use $3.6 Billion For Border Construction

<p>Responding to the White House's demand, Secretary of Defense Mike Esper approved the reprogramming of $3.6 billion in military construction funds to be used to build approximately 175 miles of border barriers. Half of the money will be diverted from overseas construction projects by Pentagon, while the other half will be transferred from domestic projects.</p>

Wednesday, September 4th 2019, 11:22 am

By: News 9


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