Pharr-Reynosa Intl Bridge Reports $1 Billion Losses From Abbott’s DPS Inspections

Pharr-Reynosa International bridge during DPS inspections ordered by Governor Abbott. Credit: City of Pharr

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According to a release by the city of Pharr, the estimated trade value lost at the Pharr-Reynosa International bridge was $202 million per day, or $1 billion over the course of time that Governor Gregg Abbott’s border security measures increased inspection times from hours to days.

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