New York City IDNYC Program and Closure of Roosevelt Hotel Migrant Shelter

New York City officials are making it easier for illegal aliens to acquire a city residency ID card, while the closure of the migrant shelter at the Roosevelt Hotel is seen as a positive step by some. The IDNYC program, introduced in 2015, allows immigrants to access free healthcare, enroll in school, and more. Mayor Eric Adams highlights the city's support for asylum seekers and the upcoming closure of the Roosevelt Hotel migrant shelter.

Closure of Roosevelt Hotel Migrant Shelter in New York City

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announces the closure of the Roosevelt Hotel migrant shelter due to successful strategies and policies at the border. The shelter has processed over 173,000 migrants since May 2023.