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Transcript: “Face the Nation” by New York City Mayor Eric Adams, May 21, 2023

Below is a transcript of an interview with New York City Mayor Eric Adams that aired on “Face the Nation” on May 21, 2023.


Margaret Brennan: We now go to New York City and its mayor, Democrat Eric Adams. Mayor, good morning.

Mayor Eric Adams: Good morning you too.

MARGARET BRENNAN: You said the president and the White House are failing New York City and have no access to federal funding to address the immigration crisis. However, the government has reportedly pledged $30 million to deal with these arrivals. Why the conflict?

Mayor Adams: I don’t think it’s a contradiction. We know he’s spent over $1 billion to date, and is projected to spend nearly $4.3 billion, if not more. This estimate is based on the number of immigrants entering the city, which is clearly increasing. Over the last week alone, more than 900 migrants have arrived on some days. About 4,200 in a week, from 1 to 2 weeks ago. Looking at the price tag, $30 million is a far cry from what the city would pay for a national issue.

Margaret Brennan: So you’re getting federal aid, but does that mean you can’t meet your needs?

Mayor Adams: Well, with cities fresh out of the financial crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic facing additional budgets of over $1 billion, possibly over $4 billion, what are our needs? have been working with extreme transparency. The price tag attached to what is caused to deal with this national problem will not take years.

Margaret Brennan: As you know, it’s New York City’s own law that mandates shelter for those who seek it, and Republicans often define a sanctuary city as one that attracts immigrants. Focused. Is it law or regulation that is attracting immigrants to New York City?

Mayor Adams: Well, just to be clear, immigrants and asylum seekers come through CF, CFO, the border, through Customs and Border Patrol on parole. It is very different from people who come to this country without any documents. That is the definition when we look at sanctuaries and sanctuary cities. The problem is that Republicans have been unable to commit to real immigration reform for many years. This is a national issue. No city should experience something like this, including El Paso and Brownsville. When I went to El Paso, Texas and saw what was happening there, I expressed the same concerns. This shouldn’t be like burning down Chicago, Washington, Houston, Denver, New York City. That’s what we want to focus on. How can we achieve truly comprehensive immigration reform? And how do we set up an actual decompression strategy? And the need to entitle immigrants and asylum seekers to work in the many areas in which we seek employment. there is.

Margaret Brennan: You started busing upstate immigrants in New York State, which I understand caused legal disputes with some counties. We talked about decompression earlier. Have you asked the governor, a fellow Democrat, to help find housing for these immigrants elsewhere in the state?

Mayor Adams: Yes, she was a true partner to Senator Schumer, Rep. Jeffries, and the New York delegation. They were very supportive in getting the money out of Washington, D.C., in the first place, but the governor here was also supportive and coordinated our efforts. We keep asking her to help us find spaces statewide. But New York City is still the engine of the state and national economy. We believe that the entire state should participate in decompression strategies, but we regret that there are legislators and counties who do not have a role in ensuring decompression strategies are implemented statewide. I have also seen veterans lie about being evicted from hotels in some municipalities, only to find out that it is false and a hoax. So this kind of tactic is just anti-American and anti-New York City.

Margaret Brennan: You’re talking about some of the news headlines that the New York Attorney General’s Office is currently investigating allegations that those reports were wholly false. And you’re right there saying it didn’t happen. But when it comes to decompression, wouldn’t it be more helpful if the federal government dictated where immigrants would go across the country, instead of you, the mayor of New York, figuring out where in the state they could go? ?

Mayor Adams: Yes, it will. There are 108,000 cities, villages and towns. If everyone receives a portion of it and is coordinated at the borders so that people who are legally coming to this country actually move across the country, that he is not the burden of one city. And the numbers should be clear. Our city has hosted more than 70,000 immigrant asylum seekers and 42,000 are still under protection. If this is properly handled at the border level, the issue could be resolved before we finally get Congress, especially Republicans, to commit to a comprehensive immigration policy.

Margaret Brennan: But have you asked the federal government? Have you asked Homeland Security, have you asked President Biden to understand this in terms of what you’re talking about? ? How to take in immigrants from the border and move them all over the US so they don’t just land in cities like yours?

Mayor Adams: I’ve traveled to Washington several times, talked to FEMA about the allocation of funds to the city and appropriate resources, and had several discussions with the White House. I have been in contact with the Congressional delegation and they clearly understand how important this issue is. Yes, we have had many discussions to truly resolve this issue. And, again, it is unfair for New York City, and for all cities, to shoulder the burden of national affairs.

Margaret Brennan: Yes, there is no federal decompression strategy like you are talking about. Do you think immigration will be a political vulnerability for Democrats and the President heading into the 2024 election? Should they talk more about it?

Mayor Adams: Well, every time we talk about this issue, people talk about politics, I’m talking about people, people, I’m talking about people coming into this country- –

Margaret Brennan: Okay

Mayor Adams: I’m talking about people who spend hours caring. And I’m talking about the people in my city. I believe they are watching this city transform because they didn’t have the right resources and the right plans to get this done. So this is about people, the same people I’ve protected for 22 years as a police officer. I worry about them now.

Margaret Brennan: Okay, okay. But I’m asking because CBS polls show that Republicans and Democrats are being blamed for failing to solve this problem. But there is a growing perception that the president is not tough enough. A majority of Americans want a tougher government, with 41% of Democrats doing so. You know, there have been a lot of articles saying that your public criticism of the president is irritating the White House and that’s why you’re not on the president’s campaign advisory committee. Why did you publish it? Will your personal appeal fall on deaf ears?

Mayor Adams: Well, no, I—I have a role here in the city, so I’m going public. It’s to protect New Yorkers. That’s what I was chosen for. That’s what I’ve been doing all my adult life, creating a safe environment in our city. As I indicated, I have had several discussions with the White House and other electorates, both nationally and locally. we have to solve this problem. As you mentioned, the polls clearly show that Republicans and Democrats are blocking comprehensive immigration reform, although Republicans are. As we do so, there is a crisis in the city I love, and in a city whose people deserve the help they need.

Margaret Brennan: I have one more question. The tragic events on the New York City subway have received a lot of national attention. Jordan Neely, homeless and struggling with mental health problems, was forcibly detained and strangled by subway passenger Daniel Penney. he lost his life. Why does Jordan Neely think the systems he has in place to deal with homelessness and mental health have failed?

Mayor Adams: Just like I talked about public safety issues and how we get guns that are clearly flooding our streets when we do inspections, October and before. Even I should consider the involuntary exclusion of people who are unable to meet their basic needs and who are a danger to themselves. It breaks my heart how Jordan, who has the same name as my son, lost his life. We should focus on how he died. And we need to see how he lived and make sure other Jordans get the care they deserve. I spend days on the subway talking to people in that condition. And without the help of state governments to ensure that involuntary evictions can take place for those who are at risk to themselves and unable to meet their basic needs, we will do this again. You may face potential problems. that’s what we have to do. We definitely need to go after the other Jordan Neely out there for care.

Margaret Brennan: Mayor, thank you for your time this morning.

Mayor Adams: Thank you.

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Summarize this content to 100 words Below is a transcript of an interview with New York City Mayor Eric Adams that aired on “Face the Nation” on May 21, 2023.Margaret Brennan: We now go to New York City and its mayor, Democrat Eric Adams. Mayor, good morning.Mayor Eric Adams: Good morning you too. MARGARET BRENNAN: You said the president and the White House are failing New York City and have no access to federal funding to address the immigration crisis. However, the government has reportedly pledged $30 million to deal with these arrivals. Why the conflict?Mayor Adams: I don’t think it’s a contradiction. We know he’s spent over $1 billion to date, and is projected to spend nearly $4.3 billion, if not more. This estimate is based on the number of immigrants entering the city, which is clearly increasing. Over the last week alone, more than 900 migrants have arrived on some days. About 4,200 in a week, from 1 to 2 weeks ago. Looking at the price tag, $30 million is a far cry from what the city would pay for a national issue. Margaret Brennan: So you’re getting federal aid, but does that mean you can’t meet your needs?Mayor Adams: Well, with cities fresh out of the financial crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic facing additional budgets of over $1 billion, possibly over $4 billion, what are our needs? have been working with extreme transparency. The price tag attached to what is caused to deal with this national problem will not take years.Margaret Brennan: As you know, it’s New York City’s own law that mandates shelter for those who seek it, and Republicans often define a sanctuary city as one that attracts immigrants. Focused. Is it law or regulation that is attracting immigrants to New York City?Mayor Adams: Well, just to be clear, immigrants and asylum seekers come through CF, CFO, the border, through Customs and Border Patrol on parole. It is very different from people who come to this country without any documents. That is the definition when we look at sanctuaries and sanctuary cities. The problem is that Republicans have been unable to commit to real immigration reform for many years. This is a national issue. No city should experience something like this, including El Paso and Brownsville. When I went to El Paso, Texas and saw what was happening there, I expressed the same concerns. This shouldn’t be like burning down Chicago, Washington, Houston, Denver, New York City. That’s what we want to focus on. How can we achieve truly comprehensive immigration reform? And how do we set up an actual decompression strategy? And the need to entitle immigrants and asylum seekers to work in the many areas in which we seek employment. there is. Margaret Brennan: You started busing upstate immigrants in New York State, which I understand caused legal disputes with some counties. We talked about decompression earlier. Have you asked the governor, a fellow Democrat, to help find housing for these immigrants elsewhere in the state?Mayor Adams: Yes, she was a true partner to Senator Schumer, Rep. Jeffries, and the New York delegation. They were very supportive in getting the money out of Washington, D.C., in the first place, but the governor here was also supportive and coordinated our efforts. We keep asking her to help us find spaces statewide. But New York City is still the engine of the state and national economy. We believe that the entire state should participate in decompression strategies, but we regret that there are legislators and counties who do not have a role in ensuring decompression strategies are implemented statewide. I have also seen veterans lie about being evicted from hotels in some municipalities, only to find out that it is false and a hoax. So this kind of tactic is just anti-American and anti-New York City.Margaret Brennan: You’re talking about some of the news headlines that the New York Attorney General’s Office is currently investigating allegations that those reports were wholly false. And you’re right there saying it didn’t happen. But when it comes to decompression, wouldn’t it be more helpful if the federal government dictated where immigrants would go across the country, instead of you, the mayor of New York, figuring out where in the state they could go? ?Mayor Adams: Yes, it will. There are 108,000 cities, villages and towns. If everyone receives a portion of it and is coordinated at the borders so that people who are legally coming to this country actually move across the country, that he is not the burden of one city. And the numbers should be clear. Our city has hosted more than 70,000 immigrant asylum seekers and 42,000 are still under protection. If this is properly handled at the border level, the issue could be resolved before we finally get Congress, especially Republicans, to commit to a comprehensive immigration policy.Margaret Brennan: But have you asked the federal government? Have you asked Homeland Security, have you asked President Biden to understand this in terms of what you’re talking about? ? How to take in immigrants from the border and move them all over the US so they don’t just land in cities like yours?Mayor Adams: I’ve traveled to Washington several times, talked to FEMA about the allocation of funds to the city and appropriate resources, and had several discussions with the White House. I have been in contact with the Congressional delegation and they clearly understand how important this issue is. Yes, we have had many discussions to truly resolve this issue. And, again, it is unfair for New York City, and for all cities, to shoulder the burden of national affairs.Margaret Brennan: Yes, there is no federal decompression strategy like you are talking about. Do you think immigration will be a political vulnerability for Democrats and the President heading into the 2024 election? Should they talk more about it? Mayor Adams: Well, every time we talk about this issue, people talk about politics, I’m talking about people, people, I’m talking about people coming into this country- -Margaret Brennan: OkayMayor Adams: I’m talking about people who spend hours caring. And I’m talking about the people in my city. I believe they are watching this city transform because they didn’t have the right resources and the right plans to get this done. So this is about people, the same people I’ve protected for 22 years as a police officer. I worry about them now.Margaret Brennan: Okay, okay. But I’m asking because CBS polls show that Republicans and Democrats are being blamed for failing to solve this problem. But there is a growing perception that the president is not tough enough. A majority of Americans want a tougher government, with 41% of Democrats doing so. You know, there have been a lot of articles saying that your public criticism of the president is irritating the White House and that’s why you’re not on the president’s campaign advisory committee. Why did you publish it? Will your personal appeal fall on deaf ears?Mayor Adams: Well, no, I—I have a role here in the city, so I’m going public. It’s to protect New Yorkers. That’s what I was chosen for. That’s what I’ve been doing all my adult life, creating a safe environment in our city. As I indicated, I have had several discussions with the White House and other electorates, both nationally and locally. we have to solve this problem. As you mentioned, the polls clearly show that Republicans and Democrats are blocking comprehensive immigration reform, although Republicans are. As we do so, there is a crisis in the city I love, and in a city whose people deserve the help they need.Margaret Brennan: I have one more question. The tragic events on the New York City subway have received a lot of national attention. Jordan Neely, homeless and struggling with mental health problems, was forcibly detained and strangled by subway passenger Daniel Penney. he lost his life. Why does Jordan Neely think the systems he has in place to deal with homelessness and mental health have failed?Mayor Adams: Just like I talked about public safety issues and how we get guns that are clearly flooding our streets when we do inspections, October and before. Even I should consider the involuntary exclusion of people who are unable to meet their basic needs and who are a danger to themselves. It…
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