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Audit: Virtual Fence Cost Could Far Exceed Estimates

HeadlineNov 17, 2006

In other news, a new government audit is warning the Bush administration’s plan for a high-tech virtual border fence will likely cost far more than its initial $2 billion estimate. The virtual fence will utilize sensors, cameras and drones to monitor the borders with Canada and Mexico. The Homeland Security Department’s inspector general now says the plan could cost up to $30 billion.

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