Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott announced on Thursday plans to install marine floating barriers in the Rio Grande to deter migrants from crossing the river and illegally entering the United States.The 1,000-foot wall will consist of interconnected, 4‑foot-wide, inflatable sphere buoys that can be moved and extended. The buoys spin when grabbed to prevent individuals from climbing over them.Abbott stated that the new barrier would be deployed on July 7 near Eagle Pass. According to city officials, the area is a heavily trafficked entryway for migrants attempting to cross into the United States illegally.The governor stated that the administration plans to move and extend the inflatable barrier as needed to provide adequate coverage in crossing “hotspots.“Texas Department of Pu …