Crime Desk 02 Oct , 2023 12:26 PM GMT
Hochul urges Congress for stricter border controls, joining Republican calls for action.
Governor criticizes McCarthy and NY Republicans for lack of collaboration on immigration.
Hochul emphasizes the need for limits on border crossings to address migrant crisis.
Hochul urges Congress for stricter border controls, joining Republican calls for action.
In a recent appearance on CBS's 'Face the Nation,' New York Governor Kathy Hochul made a plea to Congress for stronger border controls, echoing the calls made by congressional Republicans. Governor Hochul expressed her concerns about the current open-border situation and urged lawmakers to address the issue promptly.
Hochul criticized House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and congressional Republicans from New York who, according to her, complain about migrants but fail to collaborate with President Biden on bipartisan immigration reform. She emphasized the need for limits on border crossings, expressing worry about the growing number of individuals worldwide who enter the U.S. by claiming asylum and end up on the streets of New York City. Hochul revealed that over 125,000 newly arrived migrants have settled in the city, posing challenges and prompting the need for reasonable limits.
Acknowledging New York's long-standing tradition of welcoming immigrants, Governor Hochul called on Congress to prioritize increasing border controls over budget threats or reducing Border Patrol positions. Her statements reflect a shift in her stance, as she had previously supported New York as a sanctuary state and encouraged immigration in 2021.
Governor Hochul has recently taken steps to address the migrant crisis in her state. She secured a deal with the Biden administration to expedite work authorizations and delayed deportations for Venezuelans seeking asylum. Hochul also activated an additional 150 National Guard members, bringing the total number dedicated to the mission to 2,200.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, whose relationship with President Biden has turned tense due to repeated demands for federal assistance in handling the migrant crisis, has raised concerns about new waves of arriving migrants originating from African nations, China, and even Russia. Adams emphasized potential security risks associated with this diversification compared to the initial influx from Latin America. He advocates for a 'decompression strategy' to resettle migrants outside the city.
Critics online have pointed out Governor Hochul's change in stance, highlighting her previous support for immigration and New York as a sanctuary state. However, the surge of more than 125,000 migrants into New York City since then has raised serious concerns and challenges for the state.
As the debate over border security continues, it remains to be seen how Congress will respond to Governor Hochul's appeal and what measures will be taken to address the growing migrant crisis in New York and beyond.
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