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370 Arrests in North Carolina Amid Ongoing ICE Operation

11/24/2025

Summary

Story summary

More than 370 arrests have occurred in North Carolina as part of Operation Charlotte's Web, with federal agents continuing enforcement despite withdrawal claims.
The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the operation's persistence, contradicting local authorities.
Activists have mobilized to track Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection activities.
The lack of transparency about detainees' identities and locations raises concerns as many remain unaccounted for.

History

Historical Context

Operation Wetback, initiated in June 1954 under President Eisenhower, aimed to deport undocumented Mexican immigrants amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment. The operation resulted in the deportation of over 1.1 million individuals, often using military-style tactics. This historical context reflects ongoing tensions in U.S. immigration policy, where enforcement actions continue to raise concerns about civil liberties and national security.

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Story summary

More than 370 arrests have occurred in North Carolina as part of Operation Charlotte's Web, with federal agents continuing enforcement despite withdrawal claims.
The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the operation's persistence, contradicting local authorities.
Activists have mobilized to track Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection activities.
The lack of transparency about detainees' identities and locations raises concerns as many remain unaccounted for.

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