More Than 400 Arrested in ‘Operation Charlotte’s Web,’ Federal Officials Say

Two Border Patrol agents leave a yard after approaching two men hanging lights in Charlotte, N.C., on Nov. 15, 2025. Rheba Hamilton via AP The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that more than 400 illegal immigrants have been arrested weeks after launching an operation in and around Charlotte, North Carolina. A statement issued by

First Lady Hosts Christmas Party at Children’s National Hospital

First Lady Melania Trump, accompanied by two children, patients Faith Hinkle (L) and Riley Whitney (R), reads “How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?” by Mac Barnett and illustrated by Jon Klassen, during a visit to the Children’s National Hospital in Washington on Dec. 5, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times WASHINGTON–First Lady Melania Trump joined