Summary
On Saturday, immigration officials arrested 81 people in Charlotte, North Carolina, as part of a major operation called “Operation Charlotte’s Web.” This action has created concern among local communities and led to protests, as many fear an increase in federal immigration enforcement in the area.
Key Facts
- Federal immigration officials arrested 81 people in Charlotte during a large-scale operation.
- The operation is known as “Operation Charlotte’s Web” and is reported to be the largest single-day immigration sweep in the state.
- Numerous Charlotte businesses closed down because of the raids, affecting many in the immigrant community.
- Catholic churches saw lower attendance due to the fear surrounding the raids.
- Protests occurred across the city following these arrests.
- Among those arrested were individuals with criminal backgrounds, but also included local workers and a U.S. citizen.
- The raids continued into the next day, increasing anxiety among immigrants in the area.
- Federal officials argued that these actions were part of a broader effort to address illegal immigration and crime.
