NYC Mayor Considers Changes to Sanctuary Policies

New York City Mayor Eric Adams is exploring executive actions to bypass the city council in order to amend sanctuary city laws, which he argues hinder cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regarding violent offenders. Adams has criticized the council's refusal to change these laws, stating that he needs to protect residents from criminal illegal migrants, particularly from violent gangs. Following his shifting rhetoric on immigration and an upcoming meeting with Tom Homan, President-elect Trump's border czar, Adams is seeking legal avenues to implement his plans. He has instructed the city's Law Department to assess his options for circumventing the council's stance. Council Member Robert Holden has called for more decisive action from Adams, questioning his commitment to reversing sanctuary policies. The situation reflects a growing tension between the mayor's office and the Democratic-controlled city council over immigration enforcement.