Mayor Adams defends migrant crisis management in NYC

New York City Mayor Eric Adams praised his administration's response to the migrant crisis following the opening of a new 2,200-capacity all-male shelter in the Bronx. This shelter is part of efforts to accommodate the 230,000 migrants who have arrived since 2022. Adams noted the closure of the Roosevelt Hotel, which has served over 173,000 migrants, as a significant milestone. He mentioned that 70% of migrants have moved on from city care, despite local opposition to new shelters. The Bronx shelter's opening faced backlash from residents concerned about safety. Adams stated that immigration is a federal issue and emphasized compliance with laws while discussing collaboration with federal authorities on criminal enforcement.