Migrant Families Opt Out of Remote Shelter, Return to Bus

Several migrant families with children refused to stay at a newly-opened shelter at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, opting to re-enter the bus and demanding alternative accommodations. City Hall confirmed that there were no other placement options for migrants who declined the site. The families were reportedly not informed in advance that they would be staying in a tent city. The lack of space has limited options for sheltering migrants, with over 65,600 currently in the city's care. The shelter at Floyd Bennett Field has faced opposition due to its remote location and lack of infrastructure.