Some of the country’s bluest cities are saying they’re filling up with illegal immigrants and need federal cash to help them accommodate everyone.
New York Mayor Eric Adams made his plea Tuesday, saying his city has seen a marked surge with more than 2,800 “asylum seekers” entering the city’s homeless shelters in recent weeks.
“We are calling on the federal government to partner with New York City as we help asylum seekers navigate this process, and to provide financial and technical resources,” he said in a statement asking Uncle Sam for the handout.
Washington, D.C., is also asking for help.