The Impact of Migrant Surges on US Cities and Immigration System

Frustration is growing among some Americans as a surge of migrants arrives in their communities, seeking shelter and assistance. Local officials in cities like Chicago, New York, and San Diego are calling for more support from the federal government to address the issue. Mayor Eric Adams of New York City warns that the influx of migrants will "destroy" the city, while Mayor Rolando Salinas of Eagle Pass, Texas, blames President Biden for the crisis. The Biden administration has sent military personnel to the border and granted Temporary Protected Status to Venezuelan migrants, but the situation remains challenging as more migrants flee poverty, violence, and political instability in their home countries.