New York City Mayor Requests Suspension of Right-to-Shelter Law Amid Migrant Crisis

Mayor Eric Adams has asked a judge to suspend the requirement to provide shelter to anyone who needs it due to lack of capacity.
Tens of thousands of migrants have arrived in New York City since last spring, overwhelming the city's shelter system and resources.
Adams seeks relief from a 1981 court decree establishing the right to shelter, but housing advocates oppose the move and fear more homeless people living on the streets.
The city has opened more than 150 emergency shelters and hotels to house migrants but is still struggling to keep up with demand.
The city estimates spending up to $4.5 billion over two years to provide services for migrants, with limited federal and state funding to offset costs.