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Pope Leo XIV expressed support for immigrant families and criticized the U.S. immigration crackdown under Trump, urging U.S. bishops to speak out against the policies that have caused fear and separation among migrants, highlighting the need to uphold human dignity and compassion.
Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa criticized New York City Mayor Eric Adams for prioritizing migrant families over city residents during a live interview on Fox News' "Hannity" in Times Square. As Sliwa spoke, members of the Guardian Angels subdued a suspect nearby. Sliwa accused the mayor of neglecting his constituents and allowing illegal aliens to receive benefits that surpass those of veterans and homeless individuals. The incident occurred amid controversy over a pilot program to distribute prepaid credit cards to migrant families in NYC hotels, which Adams defended as a means to provide food assistance and reduce costs.
Denver is ejecting around 800 migrant families from shelters as it struggles to accommodate the growing number of migrants, with the city at full capacity and facing a potential budget cut of $180 million due to the crisis. The influx of migrants has strained the city's resources, leading to overcrowded shelters, overrun hospitals, and a strain on the health system. Denver, a sanctuary city, has been helping migrants leave by purchasing bus tickets, but the situation has reached a breaking point, with no official policy compelling the local government to provide shelter indefinitely.
New York City plans to launch a $53 million pilot program to provide pre-paid credit cards to 500 migrant families housed in hotels, allowing them to purchase food and baby supplies. The program aims to replace the current food service and is expected to save the city over $600,000 per month. The pre-paid cards can only be used at specific stores, and recipients must sign an affidavit stating they will only spend the funds on essential items. If successful, the program may be expanded to all 15,000 migrant families staying in hotels. The initiative comes as New York City grapples with the arrival of over 150,000 migrants since 2022, with Mayor Eric Adams calling it a humanitarian crisis and estimating a $12 billion cost over three years.
Migrant families are set to move into the Melnea Cass Recreational Complex in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood, repurposed as an overflow emergency shelter, sparking concerns from the local community about the loss of programs for residents. The facility will accommodate families previously sleeping at Logan International Airport, with plans to relocate recreation programs and reopen the center as a recreational facility by June. Massachusetts operates under a right-to-shelter law but has capped the number of families it can house, leading to a waiting list and an expected $1 billion cost to taxpayers this year.
The Melnea Cass Recreational Complex in Boston's Roxbury neighborhood will serve as an overflow shelter for migrant families, particularly those sleeping at Logan International Airport, starting Wednesday. The complex, which has been used for various purposes in the past, will accommodate families in need of shelter until May 31, after which it will resume its role as a recreation center. Gov. Maura Healey expressed emotional commitment to providing housing for migrants while maintaining community services, as the state grapples with a housing crisis that is expected to cost taxpayers $1 billion this year.
James Madison High School in Brooklyn faced a media frenzy and hate calls after serving as an emergency shelter for migrant families during a storm, prompting right-wing pundits to criticize the decision. While some expressed shock at the national spotlight, others defended the school's actions, emphasizing the importance of providing a safe space for families in need. The school received hate calls and a bomb threat, with prominent conservatives and local officials expressing outrage, while students and staff returned to classes after a day of remote learning. Despite the controversy, many students and community members supported the school's decision and highlighted its history as a diverse and inclusive institution.
Migrant families in New York City are being evicted from hotels as part of Mayor Eric Adams' plan to limit shelter stays to 60 days, with nearly 40 families leaving the Row NYC hotel. Some families are reapplying for shelter beds, while others are finding more permanent accommodations. The new policy has raised concerns about potential disruptions to education and the well-being of migrant families, prompting an investigation by City Comptroller Brad Lander. The evictions come as the city also evacuated nearly 2,000 migrants from a temporary shelter at Floyd Bennett Field due to an approaching storm.
City officials hastily evacuated hundreds of migrant families from a tent shelter at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn to a nearby high school during a severe storm, drawing criticism from homeless rights advocates and migrants. The sudden move disrupted families and drew ire from local parents, with some migrants describing the chaotic and stressful experience. The evacuation came as evictions began for migrant families staying in a Manhattan hotel, and the city faced backlash for its handling of the situation. The use of the public school as a temporary shelter sparked controversy, with some residents and right-wing commentators expressing anger, while homeless rights advocates criticized the lack of appropriate shelter for families with children.
New York City has started evicting migrant families from homeless shelters after they reached a 60-day time limit, prompting criticism and concerns about the well-being of the families, particularly the children. The city's mayor defended the decision, citing the overwhelming number of new arrivals and the need to free up beds for more stable housing. Critics argue that the evictions are unnecessarily disruptive and are calling for the suspension of the time limits. The reshuffling of families comes as part of the city's efforts to encourage migrants to leave the shelter system permanently, amid ongoing challenges related to the influx of migrants into the city.
At least 40 migrant families are facing eviction from a New York City hotel as the 60-day shelter limit for migrants arrives, leaving them uncertain about where to find new accommodations. Mayor Eric Adams defended the controversial decree, stating that families will not be forced to sleep on the streets, and efforts will be made to relocate migrant children near their current schools. However, the policy is facing pushback from city officials and advocates who argue that the evictions could have dire consequences for the migrants.
Migrant families with children in New York City will be required to leave shelters, prompting concerns about disrupting children's education and causing hardships for families. The policy, initiated by Mayor Eric Adams' administration, aims to address the growing number of migrants in shelters. Families will have to find new housing or reapply for shelter, with advocates criticizing the potential impact on children and calling for the reversal of the policy. The city has issued 60-day notices to families, leading to worries about potential disruptions and hardships for families with young children.
Thousands of migrant families with school-aged children are facing eviction from city shelters as their 60-day notices expire, marking a new policy shift on homelessness under Mayor Eric Adams. Families are struggling to find alternative living arrangements, with concerns about disrupting children's education and stability. The city plans to direct families to the Roosevelt Hotel for reapplication, but the process remains unclear, prompting anxiety and uncertainty among affected families and educators.
Thousands of migrant families in New York City are set to reapply for shelter as their 60-day limit in the city's shelter system approaches, with the understanding that newly arrived asylum-seekers will be given priority for available spots. Mayor Eric Adams mandated the reapplication process in October, and the deadline is now coming due for these families. Single migrants also have to reapply, and tensions have risen, leading to a melee at a re-intake center. The city has seen an influx of over 162,000 migrants since the spring of 2022, with more arriving every week, and new arrivals will be given preference for shelter spots.
Migrant families and advocates rallied outside New York City Hall to protest Mayor Eric Adams' plan to limit the stay of newly arrived immigrants in city-run shelters to 60 days. The policy, aimed at relieving an overwhelmed shelter system, has drawn criticism for uprooting families who have already made dangerous journeys to escape poverty and crime. Protesters argue that the time limits retraumatize families and disrupt the education of migrant students. Adams suggested that frustrated New Yorkers should direct their protests to the national government, calling for more federal help in managing the surge of migrants. The 60-day limit is part of the city's efforts to rein in its longstanding "right to shelter" policy, and roughly 3,500 families have been issued notices so far.