Migrants Refuse to Stay at NYC's Floyd Bennett Field Shelter

Controversial Site Criticized for Remote Location, Lack of Amenities, and Safety Concerns

New York City's Floyd Bennett Field, a makeshift tent city designed to house 2,000 migrants, has seen its first arrivals, but many are refusing to stay due to its remote location and lack of amenities.
Upon arrival, several families immediately requested to leave the site, citing concerns about distance from workplaces and schools.
The site has been criticized by local lawmakers and fire officials for its isolation, lack of infrastructure, and fire safety concerns.
Despite the controversy, city officials insist that they have run out of options to shelter the influx of migrants that have arrived in the city since spring 2022.
Legal challenges against the use of Floyd Bennett Field as a migrant shelter are ongoing.