Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has officially announced construction of seven new miles of border wall in Arizona, marking the Trump administration’s renewed commitment to border security. The $70 million contract awarded to Granite Construction Co. signals a decisive reversal of Biden-era policies that halted wall construction on day one of the previous administration. This move represents a significant step in President Trump’s promise to “Make America Safe Again” as his administration tackles the border crisis head-on. Trump Administration Resumes Border Wall Construction Secretary Noem made the announcement while standing at a section of the Arizona border where the existing wall ends, highlighting the urgent need for additional barriers. The construction project will extend the wall by seven miles in the Rio Grande Valley Sector, addressing one of the most vulnerable areas of the southern border. The Department of Homeland Security awarded the multi-million dollar contract as part of the administration’s comprehensive border security strategy. This construction represents a stark contrast to the previous administration’s approach, which terminated border wall funding immediately upon taking office. Kristi Noem just announced 7 more miles of border wall construction. While others talk, actual progress is being made. Every mile built = fewer criminals crossing. This is how you take border security seriously. pic.twitter.com/bHRgajStNb — Desiree (@DesireeAmerica4) March 16, 2025 Noem Highlights Commitment to Border Security Standing at the site where construction will begin, Secretary Noem emphasized the administration’s dedication to strengthening America’s borders. “Everybody up here in Arizona and right at this spot, you can see where the border wall ends,” Noem stated in her announcement video. The seven-mile extension will fill critical gaps in the border infrastructure that have allowed unprecedented numbers of illegal crossings. Conservative lawmakers have praised the move as a necessary step toward restoring order at the southern border after years of what they describe as deliberate neglect. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced we're building SEVEN more miles of border wall! The building starts today! Thank you, @Sec_Noem and President @realDonaldTrump, for making America and Americans safe again!#Trump #DeportThemALL… pic.twitter.com/rsDmJ5wPsJ — Shawn Hawkins (@ArmedPatriot45) March 16, 2025 Reversing Biden’s Border Policies The announcement marks a significant policy shift from the Biden administration, which halted all border wall construction on its first day in office despite funds having been appropriated by Congress. Only in late 2023 did the Biden administration reluctantly allow construction on 20 miles of border barriers in South Texas to proceed, using previously allocated funding. “Announcing today – we’re building 7 more miles of wall,” declared Secretary Noem, reaffirming the Trump administration’s prioritization of border security as a national imperative. The construction project is scheduled to begin immediately as part of the administration’s broader border security initiative. Republican supporters view this as fulfillment of a key campaign promise to secure the border and protect American communities from the negative impacts of unchecked illegal immigration. Border state officials have expressed strong support for the renewed construction efforts after dealing with record-breaking migration numbers in recent years. The administration has indicated this seven-mile section represents just the beginning of more extensive border barrier construction planned for the coming months. Sources: Watch Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem Announce the Construction of More New Border Wall (VIDEO) | The Gateway Pundit | by Mike LaChance DHS’ Kristi Noem says Trump admin will resume construction of 7 miles of southern border wall