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Asheville Braces for Potential ICE Operations Amid Concerns

11/16/2025

Summary

Story summary

Asheville may face ICE and Border Patrol operations, according to Mayor Esther Manheimer.
Governor Josh Stein warned about potential deployments in the state.
Mayor Esther Manheimer said Asheville Police will not enforce immigration laws.
City officials, including City Council Member Bo Hess, seek clarity from the Department of Homeland Security about ICE's intentions.
Governor Josh Stein advocates focusing on violent criminals rather than undocumented immigrants.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 3, abolished national origin quotas, allowing over 300,000 immigrants annually from diverse backgrounds. This shift marked a significant change from previous discriminatory policies, influencing current debates on immigration enforcement, as seen in Asheville's Mayor Esther Manheimer and Governor Josh Stein's responses to ICE operations, prioritizing public safety over strict immigration control.

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Story summary

Asheville may face ICE and Border Patrol operations, according to Mayor Esther Manheimer.
Governor Josh Stein warned about potential deployments in the state.
Mayor Esther Manheimer said Asheville Police will not enforce immigration laws.
City officials, including City Council Member Bo Hess, seek clarity from the Department of Homeland Security about ICE's intentions.
Governor Josh Stein advocates focusing on violent criminals rather than undocumented immigrants.

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