New York City Mayor Eric Adams ,on Thursday, shared his remarks in a press conference following his meeting with new Border Czar nominee Tom Homan, appointed by President-elect Donald Trump.
The meeting centered on the Trump administration’s plans to address illegal immigration and deport criminal aliens.
Adams, a Democrat, surprised many by expressing alignment with aspects of Homan’s approach and sharply criticizing the press and political narratives surrounding immigration and public safety.
Mayor Adams met with Tom Homan, the former acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Trump’s designated Border Czar, to discuss strategies for targeting and deporting individuals who commit violent crimes.
“We’re not going to be a safe haven for those who commit repeated violent crimes against innocent migrants, immigrants, and long-standing New Yorkers,” Adams stated during the press conference.
He went on to express satisfaction with the meeting, saying, “From what I heard from the incoming head of ICE is that we have the same desire to go after those who are committing violent acts, repeated violent acts among innocent New Yorkers and among migration asylum seekers. That’s what I heard from him. And I was pleased to hear that because