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www.nytimes.com
8 months ago
US politics

On the Border in Eagle Pass, Texas

There is a surge of migrants crossing the border illegally in recent months, which members of Congress consider a crisis.
Law enforcement officers and deterrent measures such as airboats are used to prevent illegal border crossings. [ more ]
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New York Post
8 months ago
NYC politics

Adams defends migrant services: We've 'never witnessed this level of migration'

Mayor Eric Adams defends migrant services in New York City but criticizes the city's 'sanctuary' status for hindering the government's ability to address the crisis. Adams warns that the city is running out of room to accommodate migrants and people may end up sleeping on the streets. The misapplication of the 'right to shelter' law has contributed to the escalating situation, with over 161,500 asylum seekers entering New York since Spring 2022. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Adams's Effort to Control Migrant Buses Faces Instant Obstacles

New York City is facing a surge of migrants sent from Texas, overwhelming the city's homeless shelter system.
Mayor Eric Adams signed an executive order to limit the arrival of buses transporting migrants to specific hours in the morning. [ more ]
New York Post
8 months ago
NYC politics

Adams defends migrant services: We've 'never witnessed this level of migration'

Mayor Eric Adams defends migrant services in New York City but criticizes the city's 'sanctuary' status for hindering the government's ability to address the crisis. Adams warns that the city is running out of room to accommodate migrants and people may end up sleeping on the streets. The misapplication of the 'right to shelter' law has contributed to the escalating situation, with over 161,500 asylum seekers entering New York since Spring 2022. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Adams's Effort to Control Migrant Buses Faces Instant Obstacles

New York City is facing a surge of migrants sent from Texas, overwhelming the city's homeless shelter system.
Mayor Eric Adams signed an executive order to limit the arrival of buses transporting migrants to specific hours in the morning. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Europe news

Optimism isn't very European' but in 2024, let's celebrate these reasons for hope | Maria Ramirez

Europeans have a tendency towards pessimism, which is seen as more intellectually credible.
Europe has faced numerous challenges in recent years, including conflict, rising authoritarianism, and social issues. [ more ]
POLITICO
9 months ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams announces executive order aimed at restricting Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's migrant busing

Adams administration officials said Tuesday that the city is receiving nearly 4,000 migrants each week.
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