New York City Mayor Eric Adams faced widespread criticism following his announcement to discourage migrants from settling in the city due to limited resources. The move involved placing posters at the border advising migrants to "consider another city" and citing the high cost of living. This announcement followed Adams' assertion that the city has "no more room."

The decision drew considerable attention, particularly from conservative commentators, who highlighted the contrast with the city's long-held "Sanctuary City" status. Critics questioned the sudden policy shift, pointing to the influx of migrants as a consequence of the city's previous welcoming stance. Some questioned how NYC could claim a lack of resources while expecting border towns to manage the situation.

Mayor Adams' announcement came as the city grapples with a significant migrant influx, with over 50,000 migrants currently under the city's care, reportedly exceeding the city's homeless population. Adams has called for a national approach to the border crisis, advocating for the distribution of migrants to cities across the country.

Since April 2022, over 90,000 migrants have arrived in New York City, adding further strain to the city's resources. The mayor's recent actions have ignited debate about the sustainability of sanctuary city policies and the broader implications of the national migrant crisis.