Border Patrol official touts North Carolina arrests
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North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein spoke on Sunday evening about the Border Patrol activity in Charlotte over the weekend, saying that the actions of agents have been "stoking fear" and are "racial profiling.
DHS says the surge is meant to target public safety threats, but Charlotte leaders warn the federal operation is heightening fear.
Agents arrested 81 people on the first day of an operation that drew criticism over its aggression. It is unclear how long they will stay
Federal agents arrested at least 81 people in Charlotte, North Carolina this weekend, a senior commander said on Sunday, marking a sharp escalation in the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign.
Charlotte affiliate station WCNC reported that the commander overseeing the operation, Gregory K. Bovino, described on X that those arrested Saturday had "significant criminal and immigration history.
Reports have emerged of federal agents arresting U.S. citizens amid the ongoing immigration crackdown taking place in the city.
Governor Josh Stein called on North Carolinians to remain peaceful. He says he supports the arrest of violent criminals.
U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino has left Chicago for North Carolina, but communities on Chicago have nevertheless remained on high alert since he departed.