New York City Mayor Eric Adams defended his decision to temporarily relocate high school students to remote learning in order to accommodate hundreds of illegal immigrants seeking shelter from an impending storm.
Speaking on "Good Morning America 3," Adams stated that the city did "the right thing" by prioritizing the safety of these migrants, who were sent to James Madison High School in Brooklyn.
Adams emphasized that the city would not hesitate to use school buildings during emergencies that impact migrants, asserting that the well-being of children should always be the top priority. He stated, "These are still children, and adults should not ever put anything that's going to endanger children. Not one child or family sleeps on the streets of the city of New York because of what my team has done."
Responding to criticism from parents who argued that other children should not be inconvenienced for the sake of migrants, Adams firmly stated that he would not put children in harm's way. He stressed the importance of compassion and ensuring that no child or family is left without shelter.
New York City has experienced a significant influx of migrants, with over 160,000 arrivals in the past year. Adams has consistently called on the federal government to provide assistance in addressing the migrant crisis. In September, the city announced a 5% budget cut for city services to allocate resources to support migrants, despite the strain on the city's resources.
In addition to his efforts to accommodate migrants, Adams has taken legal action against several bus companies used by the state of Texas to transport migrants to New York City, further highlighting his commitment to protecting the interests of his sanctuary city.
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