Mayor Eric Adams expressed his frustration on Tuesday, revealing his inability to secure a meeting with President Biden to address New York City’s escalating migrant crisis. Adams was perplexed by the lack of federal support despite the increasing influx of asylum seekers into the city.
Federal Government’s Hands-Off Approach
Adams disclosed that the federal government had essentially delegated the responsibility to manage the migrant influx to New York City. He highlighted the government’s directive for the city to handle approximately 4,000 people every week, leading to strain on local resources. In a press conference, he stated, The federal government said to New York City: ‘We’re not going to do our job — you do our job. You take care of 4,000 people a week, Eric, you and your team”
Adams Criticizes Government’s Response
During the press conference, Adams criticized the government, stating that instead of assistance, they received constant criticism at every step. He pointed out the absence of federal collaboration.
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Mayor’s Plea for Assistance
Adams lamented, “I’m not seeing the light at the end of the tunnel from the federal government,” emphasizing the urgent need for cooperation. He stressed the detrimental impact on New York City and its residents, highlighting the necessity for federal intervention.
Adams’ Attempts to Engage with President Biden
The mayor shared that he had meetings with President Biden regarding the migrant crisis in 2021 and 2022. However, Adams revealed that he has been unsuccessful in scheduling further meetings, despite the escalating numbers of migrants streaming into the city.
Growing Number of Migrants in NYC
New York City is grappling with an influx of over 161,000 migrants in the last year-and-a-half, creating a strain on the city’s resources. Adams noted that in the past week alone, 4,000 migrants have arrived, contributing to a total of 16,000 in the last month.
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Ongoing Struggle with Migrant Inflow
The city faces challenges in managing the substantial number of migrants, with over 68,000 remaining in city care. The ongoing struggle prompted Mayor Adams to address the financial strain on the city, forcing him to make budget cuts in essential areas.
Financial Impact on New York City
Adams revealed that the costs associated with accommodating the vast number of migrants had severely depleted the city’s budget. The financial strain had compelled the mayor to make difficult decisions, including cutting funds from crucial sectors to address the crisis.
Mayor’s Continued Efforts
Expressing determination, Adams asserted, “I have to keep hammering away at this.” Despite the challenges, he remained committed to finding a solution and is pleased to see other cities joining the cause.
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Coalition of Cities for Change
Mayor Adams expressed satisfaction with the growing coalition of cities uniting to address similar challenges. He envisioned this collective effort gaining momentum as cities came together, emphasizing the shared responsibility of tackling national problems.
Cities Deserving Better
Highlighting the importance of federal involvement, Adams stated, “Cities should not be handling national problems.” He underscored the necessity for a collaborative approach, explaining that cities deserve better support and solutions from the federal government.
Call for Federal Engagement
Adams expressed his frustration at the lack of federal response, stating, “It baffles me.” He emphasized the urgency of the situation and called for increased federal engagement to address the pressing issues faced by New York City and other affected municipalities.
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