A large-scale federal immigration operation is currently underway in Charlotte, North Carolina, with Border Patrol and ICE agents making significant arrests. On the first day alone, authorities reported 81 arrests, sparking widespread concern within the community. Local residents and church members have expressed fear and frustration as agents have been seen conducting raids, including a controversial incident where a federal agent was filmed breaking a car window. As the operation continues, many businesses are choosing to close, and city officials warn residents to remain vigilant amidst the heightened enforcement. The crackdown has led to a mixed response from national, state, and local officials, with some asserting that the operation is necessary for public safety, while others decry the chaos it has unleashed in the community.