A 200-year-old cottonwood tree, nearly as old as the United States itself, has been removed to make room for an expansion of the US-Mexico border wall. Activists have been protesting against its destruction for months, even setting up camp near it to prevent its removal. The tree, known as the "Guardian Tree" due to its age and significance, has been a symbol of environmental and cultural preservation for the region. The decision to cut down the tree has sparked widespread debate and calls for reconsideration of the project's environmental impact.
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Tree nearly as old as US torn down to expand Mexico border wall
A 200-year-old cottonwood tree has been cut down to make way for an expansion of a US-Mexico double border wall. Activists staged protests for months and camped at the tree to prevent it from being cut down.
Published On 7 Oct 2026
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