U.S. immigration agents are targeting Charlotte, North Carolina , despite objections from local leaders, prompting activists, elected officials and community groups to monitor any sweeps and support vulnerable residents.

President Donald Trump's administration confirmed Saturday that a surge of immigration enforcement in North Carolina's largest city had begun. Agents were seen making arrests in multiple locations.

It is the latest step in the Trump administration's strategy of putting immigration agents or the military on the streets of several large, Democratic-run cities. The push has caused fear and anxiety, especially among people who lack legal status to be in the country, and sparked a number of lawsuits.

Here’s what to know:

Why send agents to Charlotte?

Charlotte is a ra

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