NYC to Shut Down 25 Migrant Shelters

New York City plans to close the controversial migrant shelter at Floyd Bennett Field by mid-January 2025 as part of a broader initiative to shutter 25 shelters due to a significant decline in asylum seekers. The number of migrants in city shelters has decreased for 22 consecutive weeks, attributed to Mayor Eric Adams' management strategies and President Biden's executive order reducing border crossings. The site, capable of housing 2,000 individuals, has been a focal point of debate and concern, particularly with the incoming Trump administration's potential mass deportation plans. The city aims to save taxpayer money and consolidate resources, with New York State continuing to reimburse costs for equivalent care at other sites. The closures reflect a broader effort to manage the migrant crisis more effectively, despite some criticism of the eviction notices for migrant families.