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Trump administration sues Catholic diocese to seize land near El Paso for border barrier

The federal government filed a lawsuit to seize 14 acres at Mount Cristo Rey near El Paso for border barriers.
The land sits at the base of Mount Cristo Rey, a site of an annual pilgrimage drawing thousands of worshippers.
The diocese argues the land seizure would infringe on religious freedom and sacred space.
Officials say the area is a high-traffic route for human smuggling, prompting border-security actions.
The Mount Cristo Rey Restoration Committee supports barriers for safety, while conservationists warn of ecological impact.
The government has pursued border-wall plans in other areas, drawing mixed reactions from local leaders and residents.
The case highlights tensions over eminent domain, religion, and border security strategies.
The government has offered $183,000 for the land.
The lawsuit was filed in federal court in New Mexico against the Diocese of Las Cruces.
The diocese argues the action would infringe religious freedom and worship rights.
The case underscores ongoing debates over border security, land use, and sacred sites.

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