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A U.S. immigration raid named "Operation Charlotte’s Web" sparks backlash for using a beloved children’s story’s name, drawing criticism for its insensitive tone.
The granddaughter of E.B.
White has criticized the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for naming an immigration enforcement operation “Operation Charlotte’s Web,” calling the choice insensitive and contrary to the book’s themes of compassion and empathy.
The operation, which led to 81 arrests in Charlotte, North Carolina, drew backlash for its perceived tone-deaf use of a beloved children’s story, with critics arguing it trivializes the fear and trauma of raids.
While DHS officials defended the name as a logistical label, the controversy has sparked broader debate over the ethical use of cultural symbols in government actions.
Una redada de inmigración de los Estados Unidos llamada "Operación Charlotte's Web" despierta una reacción violenta por usar el nombre de un querido cuento infantil, atrayendo críticas por su tono insensible.