Mayor Eric Adams mocked as migrants are dropped off at NJ train stations to skirt NYC's bus restrictions

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: In an apparent response to New York City Mayor Eric Adams' executive order restricting bus arrivals from Texas, around 10 buses filled with migrants have found an unconventional route, dropping off passengers at various train stations in New Jersey.

The buses from Texas and Louisiana apparently arrived at stations in Secaucus, Trenton, Fanwood, and Edison on Sunday, December 31.

Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli raises concerns over the consequences of Mayor Eric Adams' orders

Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli revealed that police and town officials were informed by Hudson County officials about the arrival of the buses at the Secaucus Junction train station starting on Saturday, December 30, as per CNN. 

Gonnelli raised concerns about the unintended consequences of Mayor Adams' order, stating that it may be "too stringent."

He remarked, "It seems quite clear the bus operators are finding a way to thwart the requirements of the executive order by dropping migrants at the train station in Secaucus and having them continue to their final destination."

Mayor Adams issued the order in December, stipulating that buses could only drop off migrants at Port Authority between 8.30 am and 12 pm from Monday to Friday unless granted permission otherwise.

Gonnelli referred to the drop-offs in New Jersey as a "loophole" exploited by bus operators to get migrants into New York City.

According to a post from a Jersey City account, approximately 397 migrants had arrived at various train stations since Saturday, fueling what is expected to be a statewide conversation.

It said, "This is clearly going to be a statewide conversation so it is important that we wait for some guidance from the governor here on the next steps as buses continue."

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has yet to directly comment on the surge in migrant drop-offs. However, a spokesman from his office told Lehigh Valley Live that state officials are closely coordinating with federal and local authorities, including those across the Hudson River.

Internet mocks New York City Mayor Eric Adams due to migrant drop-off 'loophole'

Soon after the news of migrants being dropped off at New Jersey train stations came to light, netizens wasted no time in taking a dig at NYC Mayor Adams. 

One said, "Adams has no idea what he's doing. Unqualified for the job," while another quipped, "Keep it up." 

"The migrants want to go to New York. How is it ethical or moral to block them?" wrote a concerned person. 

An individual remarked, "Where there's a will...," while someone else sarcastically questioned, "Maybe NYC can build a wall?"

Responding to the developments, a spokesperson from the New York City Hall said the city has "led the nation in responding to this national humanitarian crisis, providing compassion, care, shelter, and vital services to more than 161,000 migrants."

The new executive order, according to the spokesperson, is part of an ongoing initiative to ensure "the safety and well-being of migrants and city staff." 

NYC Mayor Eric Adams said the city cannot 'allow buses with people needing help to arrive without warning'

In a recent statement, Mayor Adams highlighted the challenges faced by the city, citing a surge of 14,700 migrants crossing the southern US border in December. 

During a December 27 press conference, he said, "We cannot allow buses with people needing our help to arrive without warning at any hour of day and night. This not only prevents us from providing assistance in an orderly way, it puts those who have already suffered in so much in danger."

Since spring 2022, over 161,000 asylum seekers have reportedly arrived in New York City, as per NY Daily News. Adams had previously met with state leaders in Chicago and Denver to address the influx of asylum-seekers, seeking increased federal aid and coordination with Texas.

Despite tensions between Adams and Texas officials, a bus filled with around 50 asylum seekers departed El Paso on Saturday, aiming to arrive in New York City outside the designated hours set by the new order.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott previously defied the NYC Mayor's order, expressing concerns about the impact of President Joe Biden's border policies on Texas communities.

He noted, "Texas communities like Eagle Pass and El Paso should not have to shoulder the unprecedented surge of illegal immigration caused by President Biden's reckless open border policies."

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