The Trump administration has launched a new immigration enforcement sweep in Charlotte, North Carolina, calling it 'Operation Charlotte’s Web.' This title has garnered criticism from Martha White, the granddaughter of E.B. White, the renowned author of the beloved children's book 'Charlotte’s Web.' Martha contends that the recent wave of immigration arrests contradicts the principles her grandfather championed in his writing. She commented on the inherent value of law and due process, stating, “He certainly didn’t believe in masked men, in unmarked cars, raiding people’s homes and workplaces without IDs or summons.” E.B. White, who passed away in 1985, is remembered for his timeless messages of friendship and freedom, embodied in the tale of a spider named Charlotte who advocates for the pig Wilbur’s freedom on the farm. The Trump administration has historically used catchy names for its immigration initiatives, including labels like 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida and 'Cornhusker Clink' in Nebraska. Gregory Bovino, a Border Patrol official involved in this latest operation, previously led enforcement actions in other cities and referenced 'Charlotte’s Web' in a social media post, highlighting the contrast in interpretations of the story's themes.
Immigration Sweep in Charlotte Named 'Operation Charlotte's Web' Sparks Controversy
The Trump administration's latest immigration enforcement operation, dubbed 'Operation Charlotte's Web,' has drawn criticism from the granddaughter of E.B. White, author of the classic children's book. Martha White voices her disapproval, asserting the operation contradicts her grandfather's beliefs in law and due process.
The Trump administration's newly initiated immigration sweep in Charlotte, North Carolina, referred to as 'Operation Charlotte's Web,' faces backlash from E.B. White's granddaughter, Martha. She argues that the tactics employed contradict White's values portrayed in his iconic story, where the main character fights for the freedom of a pig. This operation follows a pattern of similarly named enforcement actions across the U.S.
