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Protests Erupt in Asheville Against Increased Border Patrol

11/18/2025

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Border Patrol agents have increased their presence in Charlotte, North Carolina.
A demonstration in Asheville on November 16 protested this surge.
Evan Branan organized the protest and criticized using Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol against immigrant communities.
Local leaders say no operations have been reported in Western North Carolina, while Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina condemned the actions, saying they stoke fear and urging calm.

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Story summary

Border Patrol agents have increased their presence in Charlotte, North Carolina.
A demonstration in Asheville on November 16 protested this surge.
Evan Branan organized the protest and criticized using Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol against immigrant communities.
Local leaders say no operations have been reported in Western North Carolina, while Governor Josh Stein of North Carolina condemned the actions, saying they stoke fear and urging calm.