Mayor Eric Adams and President Biden steer clear of each other in NYC.
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
6:15 PM – Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Mayor of New York City, Eric Adams, and United States President Joe Biden have avoided contact with one another since Biden’s recent arrival in NYC.
The relationship between the two has reportedly weakened due to disagreements regarding the city’s migrant crisis.
Last year, the president and the mayor were seen together at a Democrat fundraiser in NYC and at the United Nations (UN) General Assembly’s marquee reception.
However, the pair’s relationship has been damaged due to NYC’s growing migrant crisis, and they have no future plans to cross paths during the president’s short stay in the city.
Adams (D-N.Y.) has been consistently pleading with the White House for additional resources that will help the city with the influx of illegal immigrants and has continued to be open about the lack of action being taken.
“We’ll release if we’re going to meet with the President or not,” Adams said.
The 63-year-old mayor also said that he has not been in contact with Biden since the beginning of this year.
“While he’s here I think that they should really reflect on how New York City has done its part,” he stated. “I am hoping that he understands this beautiful city that’s the economic engine of the entire country has been saddled with $2 billion that we spent already, $5 billion we’re going to spend in this fiscal crisis, $12 billion in the next two budgetary cycles.”
Additionally, the president has no plans to tour a migrant shelter or to attend the Roosevelt Hotel, which is currently serving as a “migrant intake center.” The shelter is only four blocks from the U.N. headquarters in Midtown Manhattan.
NYC is currently taking in around 110,000 migrants, according to Politico.
However, Biden did not express any concern for America’s illegal immigrant crisis in his speech at the U.N. General Assembly.
According to Adams, he believes that the crisis will cost the city $12 billion by July 2025. Therefore, he is taking action and ordering city agencies to decrease their budgets by at least 15 percent by next year, negatively affecting the NYC police force, firefighters, and more.
Earlier this month, Adams explained that the cost and toll of the migrant crisis “will destroy” the city.
Over the last year, Adams’ criticism of the Biden administration has become increasingly sharpened.
He expressed that Biden has failed at providing federal help as NYC accepts what local leaders have referred to as a “national problem.”
“No mayor ever stands in front of you and says we give up. Never,” Reynoso declared. “This is the first time a mayor has stood up and said I give up. I throw my hands up. Who does that? Not in New York, not Brooklyn. We always solved the problem and this is no different.”
Biden is scheduled to be in NYC until Wednesday.
The president will be hosting a reception on Tuesday night at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, which Adams is not planning to attend at this time.
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How has the strained relationship between President Biden and Mayor Adams impacted the city’s handling of the migrant influx?
Title: Strained Relationship Between NYC Mayor Eric Adams and President Joe Biden Over Migrant Crisis
Introduction:
The recent arrival of President Joe Biden in New York City has brought to light a strained relationship between him and Mayor Eric Adams. In the past, the two political figures were seen together at various events, displaying camaraderie. However, disagreements regarding the city’s migrant crisis have weakened their bond, resulting in an avoidance of contact during Biden’s current visit to NYC. This article explores the reasons behind this strained relationship and sheds light on the mayor’s concerns over the lack of federal assistance regarding the growing migrant crisis.
Background:
In a Democrat fundraiser and at the United Nations General Assembly’s marquee reception, President Biden and Mayor Adams were seen together last year, displaying a seemingly strong relationship. However, as NYC grapples with a growing migrant crisis, their relationship has suffered. Mayor Adams, a vocal advocate for additional resources to handle the influx of illegal immigrants, has expressed disappointment over the lack of action from the White House.
The Mayor’s Pleas for Assistance:
Mayor Adams has consistently called upon the White House to provide additional resources to address NYC’s migrant crisis. He has highlighted the city’s efforts and emphasized its financial burden, with billions already spent and more to be allocated. However, Adams has expressed frustration over the lack of response from the Biden administration, stating that no contact has been made since the beginning of the year.
Implications and Actions Taken:
The strained relationship between the two leaders is evident with President Biden showing no intention of touring a migrant shelter or attending the Roosevelt Hotel, which currently serves as a “migrant intake center.” With NYC currently accommodating around 110,000 migrants, Mayor Adams has projected the crisis to cost the city $12 billion by July 2025. In response, he has ordered city agencies to reduce their budgets by at least 15 percent next year, potentially impacting essential services like the police and firefighters.
Increased Criticism:
Mayor Adams’ criticism of the Biden administration has intensified over the past year. He argues that federal support is essential, as the migrant crisis is not solely a local problem but a national one. Adams has voiced his concerns, stating that the cost and toll of the crisis could potentially “destroy” the city. Such heightened criticism is rare for a NYC mayor, reflecting the urgency and severity of the situation.
Conclusion:
The strained relationship between President Biden and Mayor Adams during Biden’s visit to New York City highlights the impact of the city’s growing migrant crisis. The lack of federal assistance and the mayor’s concerns over the financial burden imposed by the crisis have led to a deterioration in their relationship. As the city grapples with the migrant influx, it is critical for both leaders to find common ground and work towards resolving the issue, ensuring the prosperous future of New York City.
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