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The immigration crackdown in Charlotte seems to be over, but the community is struggling

By Adrian Florido
Published December 5, 2025 at 4:11 PM CST

The Border Patrol's aggressive immigration operation in Charlotte, N.C., took the city by surprise. It lasted about a week, but immigrants and other residents say their city won't ever be the same.

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Adrian Florido is a national correspondent for NPR covering race and identity in America.
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