New York City Mayor Eric Adams has issued a dire warning about the impact of the ongoing migrant crisis on the city, stating that it will result in a "financial tsunami" that could “destroy” Gotham. Adams predicts that the influx of migrants will lead to overcrowding in shelters, the housing of women and children with single men, and potential threats to public safety. He argues that President Biden must take action to control the border, including implementing a "stay in place" order for migrants in Mexico until they are allowed entry legally.

Adams emphasizes the scale of the crisis, stating that the fiscal disaster could cost the city a staggering $12 billion over the next three years. He warns that all services in the city will be impacted, from child services to housing plans, and that the city is facing a "fiscal cliff" if additional financial aid is not provided by the federal and state governments. Adams criticizes the lack of support from the Biden White House and Governor Kathy Hochul, stating that New York City is shouldering the burden of a national problem without adequate assistance.

In response to the crisis, Adams calls for tighter border policies and a more comprehensive approach to addressing the issue. He suggests that migrants should stay in Mexico or other bordering localities until they are allowed entry, in order to prevent the overwhelming influx of migrants into the city. He acknowledges that he does not have the legal authority to enforce such measures, but believes that the federal government should take action to address the situation.

Adams also calls on the state to play a role in alleviating the economic burdens caused by the crisis, arguing that it should not fall solely on the residents of New York City. He states that the city's shelter system is at capacity and that women and children may have to be moved into congregant settings or tents, which he deems to be inhumane.

The mayor's warnings have received mixed reactions, with some critics accusing him of exaggeration, while others, including former New York Governor David Paterson, praise his honesty and view it as a call to action. Paterson expresses disappointment in the lack of planning and support from the federal government and believes that similar crises will occur in other states.

The city has already opened over 200 emergency sites to accommodate the influx of migrants, but Adams maintains that the city cannot sustain the current situation. He calls for transparency and urges New Yorkers to recognize the severity of the crisis, emphasizing that it will have far-reaching consequences for the entire city.