The U.S. Department of Homeland Security launched "Operation Charlotte's Web," a sweeping immigration crackdown in Charlotte, North Carolina, which has drawn sharp criticism from local officials and community members alike.
Over 130 individuals were arrested during the operation's initial weekend, with aggressive tactics employed that included targeting people in public spaces, resulting in widespread fear and anxiety throughout the immigrant community.
Sheriff Garry McFadden and Mayor Vi Lyles voiced their opposition to the federal actions, emphasizing the disruption caused to the community and the unnecessary fear instilled in residents.
Local businesses reported decreased customer activity amid the crackdown, with some closing their doors as fear of immigration raids kept patrons away.
Community activists organized protests against the enforcement operation, advocating for immigrant rights and pushing back against federal tactics that many see as a form of racial profiling.
This crackdown is part of a larger national immigration enforcement strategy under the Trump administration, igniting heated debates about the implications for public safety and community trust in law enforcement.
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