In an effort to stop undocumented immigrants from crossing the southern border with Mexico, the Trump administration has built a wall, installed coils of razor wire, deployed guards and added cameras and sensors. Earlier this week, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that she’s going to add yet another deterrent — at the president’s request.

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1️⃣ Hurricane Erin

The massive size of Hurricane Erin and days of powerful winds over the open ocean have caused water levels along the East Coast to rise. Tidal gauges from South Florida to New York are all running about a foot higher than normal, prompting authorities to close or restrict swimming at many beaches. Despite not making landfall, the Category

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