Trump's Terms

Border Patrol arrests dozens as operation begins in Charlotte, North Carolina

Nov 17, 2025
Nick De LaCanal, a reporter for WFAE, shares on-the-ground insights about a recent Border Patrol operation in Charlotte, North Carolina. He explains the surge of arrests and the community's fear that has led to business closures and families avoiding public places. De LaCanal highlights the tension between federal enforcement and local responses, including protests and uncertainty about the operation's duration. His firsthand accounts provide a vivid picture of the impact on immigrant residents amid the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
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ANECDOTE

Agents Chase People In Unmarked Vans

  • Border Patrol agents drove through Charlotte in unmarked vans and chased people, causing chaos in immigrant corridors.
  • Videos showed agents breaking a car window and questioning landscapers, alarming residents and business owners.
INSIGHT

Federal Message Clashes With Local Sentiment

  • DHS framed the surge as ensuring American safety and removing safety threats.
  • Local residents, especially immigrants, feel unsafe instead, showing a disconnect between federal messaging and community experience.
INSIGHT

Arrests Announced Without Full Details

  • Customs and Border Protection said 81 people were arrested on Saturday but has not released names or charges.
  • Photos posted by Commander Greg Bovino claim criminal histories, but identities and specifics remain unconfirmed.
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