Resources
Here are websites, articles, and other resources that I used, consulted, or relate to the crisis.
Goverment Resourse List
New York City Government
- https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00131946.2016.1261028
- Education and Migrants (Tandfonline): The challenges of integrating English Language Learners (ELLs) into New York City's education system highlight the need for improved teacher training, resources, and tailored policies to support linguistic and cultural diversity.
- https://infohub.nyced.org/docs/default-source/default-document-library/2023-24-ell-demographics-at-a-glance.pdf
- 2023-24 ELL Demographics: NYC public schools have seen a surge in ELLs due to the migrant influx, with statistics underscoring the growing need for language support services and funding adjustments.
- https://www.nyc.gov/content/getstuffdone/pages/asylum-seeker-update
- Asylum Seeker Update (NYC.gov): NYC’s efforts to manage the asylum seeker crisis include shelter expansions and resource reallocations, but financial and logistical constraints persist.
New York State Government
- https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-calls-president-biden-direct-federal-government-provide-work-authorizations
- Governor Hochul’s Call to Biden: Governor Hochul is urging the federal government to expedite work authorizations for asylum seekers, emphasizing the economic and humanitarian benefits of integrating migrants into the workforce.
- https://www.nysenate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2023/alexis-weik/senate-republicans-call-action-illegal-immigration-crisis
- NY Senate Republicans’ Press Release: NY Senate Republicans are pushing for stricter immigration enforcement and federal intervention to address the state’s overburdened resources due to the migrant crisis.
- https://www.nysmigrant.org/sites/default/files/NYSTOA.pdf
- NYSTOA Report: A detailed report on migrant challenges in New York highlights gaps in housing, employment, and education, recommending targeted state and federal interventions.
US Federal Goverment
- https://www.ncsl.org/about-state-legislatures/state-partisan-composition
- State Partisan Composition (NCSL): The federal government’s role in addressing migrant challenges varies by state due to partisan divides, with New York advocating for more support under its Democratic leadership.
NON Government Resource List
The City
- https://www.thecity.nyc/2023/10/31/how-the-city-covers-the-migrant-crisis/
- Migrant Crisis Coverage (Oct 2023): The City’s reporting delves into NYC’s migrant crisis, uncovering the challenges faced by officials, residents, and migrants.
- https://www.thecity.nyc/2024/05/07/hall-street-migrant-shelter-crystal-hudson/
- Hall Street Shelter (May 2024): The Hall Street migrant shelter has become a focal point for debates about resource allocation and neighborhood impact.
- https://www.thecity.nyc/2023/10/16/migrant-families-floyd-bennett-field-eviction-60-days/
- Floyd Bennett Eviction (Oct 2023): NYC’s decision to evict migrant families from Floyd Bennett Field underscores the city’s housing shortages and policy shifts.
- https://www.thecity.nyc/2023/11/16/budget-cuts-hit-city-hall-blames-migrant-crisis/
- Budget Cuts and Migrants (Nov 2023): NYC blames the migrant crisis for significant budget cuts, exacerbating tensions over resource allocation.
- https://www.cityandstateny.com/policy/2024/12/following-asylum-seeker-odyssey/382850/
- Asylum Seeker Odyssey (Dec 2024): A detailed narrative on asylum seekers’ experiences in NYC highlights the city’s logistical and humanitarian struggles.
- https://www.newsweek.com/new-yorkers-quality-life-hit-migrant-crisis-1904048
- Migrant Mental Health (Feb 2024): Social workers in NYC are struggling to address the mental health needs of migrants amid increasing demand for services.
ABC
- https://abc7ny.com/post/new-york-city-ending-voucher-program-allowed-migrant-families-buy-own-food/15523750/
- Ending Voucher Program (Oct 2024): NYC ends a voucher program allowing migrant families to buy food, sparking concerns over food insecurity.
- https://abc7ny.com/post/new-york-city-migrant-crisis-easing-shelter-system-could-2-years-stabilize/15538661/
- Crisis Stabilization (Oct 2024): Officials predict it may take two years for NYC’s shelter system to stabilize amid the ongoing migrant influx.
- https://abcnews.go.com/US/nyc-mayor-eric-adams-advocates-national-migrant-strategy/story?id=108077325
- National Migrant Strategy (June 2024): NYC Mayor Eric Adams calls for a coordinated national strategy to address the migrant crisis, citing the city’s overburdened system.
- https://abc7ny.com/nyc-migrants-work-authorization-asylum-seekers-roosevelt-hotel/13282585/
- Roosevelt Hotel Crisis (May 2024): The Roosevelt Hotel highlights NYC’s ongoing struggle to house asylum seekers in adequate conditions.
- https://abc7ny.com/migrant-crisis-nyc-children-in-schools/13871657/
- Migrant Children in Schools (Oct 2024): NYC schools adapt to rising numbers of migrant children, with educators voicing concerns over strained resources.
NPR
- https://www.npr.org/2024/05/09/1249626979/migrant-crime-politics-new-york-city
- Migrant Crime and Politics (May 2024): NYC faces polarized debates linking migrants to crime rates, fueling political tension over resource allocation and public safety. The city denies any significant crime spikes but continues to advocate for federal support.
- https://www.npr.org/2023/09/18/1199099781/thousands-of-migrant-kids-are-starting-school-in-nyc-is-the-system-prepared
- Migrant Kids in NYC Schools (Sept 2023): NYC schools face challenges integrating thousands of migrant children, stretching resources and raising concerns about educational equity. Teachers and administrators call for additional funding to address these needs.
Fair
- https://www.fairus.org/news/state-and-local/new-york-city-pays-illegal-migrants-4000-leave-its-shelters
- NYC Pays Migrants $4,000 to Leave (FAIR): NYC offers $4,000 to incentivize migrants to leave overcrowded shelters, reflecting the city’s struggle to manage its migrant population. Critics argue that the payment highlights mismanagement of public funds and resources.
Politico
- https://www.politico.com/news/2023/09/22/nyc-shelters-migrants-discourage-new-arrivals-00117500
- Discouraging New Arrivals (Sept 2023): NYC implements stricter shelter policies to discourage new migrant arrivals, citing resource exhaustion. Critics argue this approach undermines the city’s commitment to humanitarian aid.
- https://www.politico.com/news/2024/01/16/hochul-233-billion-budget-migrants-tax-00135645
- Hochul’s Budget (Jan 2024): Governor Hochul’s proposed budget dedicates billions to address the migrant crisis, drawing criticism over prioritizing migrants over other state needs. The allocation highlights divisions in public opinion on immigration spending.
- https://www.politico.com/news/2024/01/16/hochul-new-york-migrant-spending-budget-00135794
- Migrant Spending Debate (Jan 2024): Spending on the migrant crisis dominates New York’s political discourse, with lawmakers debating the balance between compassion and fiscal responsibility.
NY Times
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/11/briefing/us-immigration-surge.html?nl=the-morning®i_id=64787875&segment_id=185425&login=email&auth=login-email
- US Immigration Surge (Dec 2024): The U.S. faces an unprecedented surge in migrants, straining city infrastructures and spotlighting gaps in federal immigration policy. NYC is particularly affected, struggling to house and support new arrivals.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/23/nyregion/nyc-migrant-shelters.html
- NYC Migrant Shelters (Dec 2024): NYC shelters are closing due to overcrowding and budget shortfalls, exacerbating the city’s housing crisis. Advocacy groups warn of worsening conditions for displaced individuals.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/25/nyregion/migrants-shelters-trump-nyc.html
- Trump Immigration & NYC Shelters (Nov 2024): Trump-era immigration policies resurface amid NYC’s migrant struggles, reigniting debates on border control versus humanitarian aid. Local officials call for federal support to address the crisis.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/09/nyregion/migrants-homeless-encampment-nyc.html
- Homeless Encampments (Aug 2024): Rising numbers of homeless migrants have led to encampments in NYC, highlighting the city’s inability to meet housing demands. Residents and officials clash over solutions to these growing settlements.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/26/nyregion/nyc-migrant-shelter-closing-trump-immigration.html
- Shelter Closures (Nov 2024): NYC’s decision to shutter shelters raises concerns over migrants’ welfare as the city struggles to balance humanitarian needs and fiscal constraints. Advocacy groups demand alternative solutions to avoid mass displacements.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/05/nyregion/banks-migrants-nyc-schools.html
- Migrants in Schools (Sept 2024): NYC schools are overwhelmed by the influx of migrant children, straining resources and creating a demand for bilingual education. Teachers face mounting challenges adapting to diverse student needs.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/16/nyregion/budget-ny-hochul-migrants.html
- NY Budget and Migrants (Jan 2024): New York’s budget highlights the financial strain of managing the migrant crisis, with state officials seeking federal assistance. Critics argue that funds could be better allocated elsewhere.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/nyregion/the-sputtering-effort-to-persuade-migrants-to-leave-new-york.html
- Persuading Migrants to Leave (Feb 2024): NYC struggles to relocate migrants to other regions, facing resistance from both migrants and receiving communities. The city grapples with balancing humane policies and resource limits.
- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/07/nyregion/migrant-crisis-nyc.html
- NYC Migrant Crisis (Mar 2023): NYC’s migrant influx exposes systemic issues in housing, education, and public services, with officials overwhelmed by the sheer volume of arrivals. Advocacy groups demand more sustainable, long-term solutions.
Gothamist
- https://gothamist.com/news/as-the-migrant-crisis-recedes-in-nyc-criticism-of-the-city-stands-its-ground
- Migrant Criticism Persists (2024): Even as the migrant crisis eases, criticism of NYC’s handling remains, with advocates demanding more humane and efficient policies. Officials cite limited resources as a major hurdle.
- https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-set-to-launch-new-migrant-program-in-buffalo-will-more-follow
- Buffalo Migrant Program (2024): NYC expands its migrant relocation efforts to Buffalo, raising questions about long-term viability and community impact.
New York Post
- https://nypost.com/2024/12/28/us-news/migrant-crisis-spurred-nearly-3-million-overtime-hours-for-two-nyc-agencies-costing-taxpayers-139m/
- Migrant Crisis Overtime Costs (Dec 2024): NYC agencies logged nearly 3 million overtime hours addressing the migrant crisis, costing taxpayers $139 million. Critics highlight the unsustainable burden on public finances.
- https://nypost.com/2024/06/04/us-news/nyc-parent-advocacy-group-outlines-how-migrant-crisis-is-overwhelming-schools-trauma-resources/
- Overwhelmed Schools (June 2024): A NYC parent group warns of schools being overwhelmed by migrant children, raising concerns over trauma support and educational disparities.
Newsday
- https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/mayor-eric-adams-migrant-crisis-glelbfwh
- Eric Adams on Migrant Crisis (2024): NYC Mayor Eric Adams outlines challenges in managing the migrant crisis and emphasizes the need for a coordinated state and federal response. Critics question the effectiveness of current policies.
Fox
- https://www.fox5ny.com/news/new-york-city-migrant-crisis-2024
- NYC Migrant Crisis (2024): NYC continues to struggle with the migrant crisis, facing public criticism over its management and resource limitations.
CNN
- https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/19/us/nyc-schools-immigrants/index.html
- NYC Schools and Immigrants (Oct 2023): NYC schools face significant challenges integrating migrant students, including strained resources and overburdened teachers.
- https://www.cnn.com/2022/12/17/us/new-york-city-migrant-crisis-federal-support/index.html
- Federal Support for NYC Migrants (Dec 2022): NYC struggles with limited federal support in addressing the migrant crisis, prompting calls for increased funding and policy action.
CBS
- https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-york-city-schools-migrant-strain/
- Schools Under Strain (2024): NYC schools are overwhelmed by the influx of migrant students, requiring emergency funding and additional staff to maintain quality education.
- https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/nyc-migrant-services-comptrollers-report/
- Comptroller's Report on Migrant Services (2024): A recent report highlights inefficiencies in NYC’s management of migrant services, with recommendations for improving resource allocation and oversight.
Washington Street Journal
- https://www.wsj.com/us-news/new-york-plans-to-spend-billions-more-on-migrant-crisis-f2499439
- NYC Migrant Spending (2024): NYC plans to allocate billions more toward addressing the migrant crisis, raising concerns about long-term fiscal sustainability.
Washington Post
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/06/23/migrant-students-school-rotterdam/
- Migrant Students in Rotterdam (June 2024): A small New York school district adjusts to an influx of migrant students, offering a microcosm of statewide challenges.
New York State Local News
- https://cnycentral.com/news/local/gov-hochul-addresses-migrant-crisis-says-number-of-people-arriving-in-nyc-declining
- Governor Hochul on Declining Arrivals (2024): Governor Hochul notes a decline in migrant arrivals but stresses the continued need for federal work authorizations.
- https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/northtowns/were-still-fighting-for-it-maryvale-school-district-awaiting-reimbursement-for-migrant-students
- Maryvale School District Reimbursement (2024): A New York school district awaits federal reimbursement for expenses incurred from educating migrant students.
- https://nysfocus.com/2024/11/12/new-york-hochul-donald-trump-plan-deportations
- Hochul and Trump Plan (Nov 2024): Governor Hochul criticizes Donald Trump’s proposed deportation plans, calling for more humane and practical immigration policies.
NY1/AMNY/Spectrum local/NYC local news
- https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/news/2024/04/16/city-council-creates-new-team-to-tackle-migrant-crisis
- City Council Migrant Team (April 2024): NYC’s City Council forms a team to tackle the migrant crisis, focusing on improving resource management and policy coordination.
- https://www.amny.com/housing/migrant-crisis/nyc-migrant-families-shelter-60-day-limit-eased/
- Shelter Limit Eased (2024): NYC temporarily lifts its 60-day limit for migrant families in shelters, citing ongoing housing shortages.
- https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/politics/2024/03/14/schumer-helps-city-unlock-more-than--100m-in-federal-migrant-funding
- Federal Migrant Funding (March 2024): Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer secures over $100 million in federal funding for NYC to address the migrant crisis.
- https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/politics/2024/06/25/hundreds-of-upstate-migrants-expected-to-be-relocated-back-to-n-y-c-
- Upstate Migrant Relocations (June 2024): Hundreds of migrants relocated to upstate New York face challenges as local officials struggle to meet their needs.
- https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2024/03/27/migrant-students-in-nyc-schools-ps-weekly-podcast/
- Migrant Students in Schools (March 2024): A podcast explores NYC’s efforts to integrate migrant students, emphasizing the need for greater educational resources.
- https://socialwork.columbia.edu/news/social-workers-needed-amidst-migrant-mental-health-crisis
- Migrant Mental Health Crisis (2024): Social workers highlight the growing mental health crisis among migrants, calling for increased staffing and funding.