Charlotte airport strike

Border Patrol Operation in Charlotte Ends: What’s Next?

“Operation Charlotte’s Web,” a U.S. Customs and Border Protection operation in Charlotte, has concluded, as confirmed by multiple sources and the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. Agents were seen departing the city on Thursday after the operation, which involved Border Patrol agents and resulted in over 250 reported arrests. While the specific details of the operation’s conclusion are still being gathered, it is known that DHS, CBP, and ICE officers will continue to conduct immigration enforcement operations in Charlotte, as they regularly do. The identities of most people taken into custody haven’t been released, but some individuals with previous criminal charges were highlighted.

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Charlotte Airport Workers Strike During Thanksgiving Travel Rush

Hundreds of Charlotte Douglas International Airport service workers, employed by ABM and Prospect Airport Services, initiated a strike on Monday during the Thanksgiving travel rush to protest low wages. These workers, who clean planes, handle trash, and assist passengers, claim their current pay, ranging from $12.50 to $19 per hour, is insufficient to cover basic living expenses. The strike, authorized by a union vote, is expected to continue throughout the day and includes a rally and “Strikesgiving” lunch. Airport officials anticipate the busiest travel period on record, and the companies involved have stated they are taking steps to mitigate disruptions.

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