Texas: Why Is Gov. Greg Abbott Sending Migrants to New York?

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has taken another step about migration, as he sent buses of migrants, this time, to New York.

Abbott announced his move on Friday, claiming that New York City is now a drop-off location for the Lone Star State's ongoing busing strategy, per New York Post.

Abbott explained that he implemented bussing migrants to New York to push "responsibility" for border crossers to Democratic Mayors and President Joe Biden, according to Reuters.

"Because of President Biden's continued refusal to acknowledge the crisis caused by his open border policies, the State of Texas has had to take unprecedented action to keep our communities safe," Abbott underscored.

The Texas governor also explained that New York City was chosen as another drop-off point for migrants, believing that the border crossers would benefit from the services and housing boasted by Mayor Eric Adams.

Abbott then expressed his hope that Adams would follow with his promise of welcoming all migrants so that overwhelmed border towns in Texas can find relief.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Buses Migrants to New York City

The first bus arrived in New York City on Friday at the city's Port Authority Bus Terminal. The said area is located in midtown Manhattan.

Fifty migrants - from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Honduras, and Venezuela, were onboard the first bus. Volunteers reportedly responded on their arrival, steering those who do not have relatives in town, as well as those who have no resources.

A group called Grannies Respond told Reuters that most of the migrants bused from Texas do not have anybody who can help them.

One family of four from Colombia ended up staying at a homeless intake center in the Bronx. Byron and Leidy, both 28 years old, claimed that they are unsure whether they will stay at the center of the night.

Leidy noted that they hoped someone they knew in New York City would help them, but their plan did not work out.

It was not the first time that Texas Governor Greg Abbott have bused migrants out of the Lone Star State.

It can be recalled that Abbott sent 6,000 immigrants to Washington D.C. in April. Arizona Governor Doug Ducey followed Abbott's lead, as he sent 1,000 migrants into Washington D.C.

New City Mayor Eric Adams on Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's Move

New York City Mayor Eric Adams was reportedly 'furious' after Texas Governor Greg Abbott sent migrants to The Empire State on Friday. Adams' spokesperson Fabian Levy blasted Abbott, saying that his move on using the migrants as "political pawns" is "disgusting."

Adams also called Abbott's actions "despicable" during an unrelated press appearance.

Levy also said that the New York City mayor will welcome the asylum seekers with "open arms." However, they are asking for help in responding to the issue.

Levy said that they need resources and assistance from the Washington D.C. in dealing with Texas Governor Greg Abbott's "cruel political games."

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Written By: Joshua Summers

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