Hochul and Adams Clash Over New York’s Migrant Crisis

The Migrant Crisis Divides Democrats in New ⁣York

The migrant crisis is causing a rift‍ among Democrats in New York as the‌ state grapples with its sanctuary policies and the ⁣influx of destitute immigrants.

Attorneys representing Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul recently‌ responded to ‌a letter from attorneys representing New ⁢York City. This exchange⁣ comes as the city’s Democratic mayor, Eric Adams, voices his frustration over ​the lack of assistance in caring for the thousands⁤ of immigrants arriving in⁤ the city.

Adams has primarily directed his⁤ criticism towards President Joe Biden and the White ⁢House, but ⁢he has also sought aid from⁣ Hochul and the state‌ government to address the growing humanitarian crisis in New York City.

“In​ some instances, the City has failed to accept the ⁤State’s offers of assistance or recommendations for State facilities. The ⁢City has not made timely requests for ‍regulatory changes, has not ‌always promptly shared necessary information with the State, has not implemented programs in a timely manner, and has not consulted the State before taking certain actions,” the letter states.

“While Governor Hochul and [Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance acting commissioner Barbara Guinn] appreciate Mayor Adams’s public acknowledgement of the State’s ⁣significant role in the crisis response, the City can and should do more to act in a proactive and collaborative manner with the State,” it chided.

Fabien Levy, the deputy⁤ mayor for communications for the city, acknowledges the ‌state’s help but believes more ⁣needs to be done due to the magnitude‌ of the problem. He calls on state lawmakers to pass a statewide order that prevents localities from passing ordinances that hinder the relocation of asylum seekers within New York State.

Despite the tension, Adams​ downplays the conflict between his administration and ⁢Hochul, emphasizing their mutual respect and ‍willingness to⁤ learn from each other.

The immigration situation in New York has been further complicated by Republican ‌Governor Greg⁣ Abbott of Texas. To alleviate the strain on his state caused by the influx of illegal immigrants crossing the southern ⁣border, Texas has funded buses to transport⁤ willing immigrants to New York City and other self-identified sanctuary areas.

New York City’s policies towards these recent⁣ destitute immigrants have sparked backlash among long-time residents. Joe Germanotta, a restaurant owner and⁤ father of the artist‍ Lady Gaga, expresses his concerns about the‍ chaos brought to his Upper West Side neighborhood.

“Ever since they moved in, it’s become chaos,” Joe ‌Germanotta⁤ told Fox News. “It’s really changed‌ the Upper West Side from back when it was the seventies. We’re back. We went backwards.”

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