New York City Council Files Lawsuit to Stop Mayor Adams’ Illegal Executive Order Inviting President Trump’s ICE into Rikers to Set Up Office, Seeking Court’s Immediate Halt of Activity

April 15, 2025

Lawsuit contends mayor’s action is unlawful, tainted by conflict of interest created by quid pro quo related to his federal corruption case, and would undermine safety of all New Yorkers

City Hall, NY – Today, the New York City Council filed a lawsuit, requesting a temporary restraining order (TRO) and a preliminary injunction, against Mayor Eric Adams’ Executive Order 50 to invite the Trump administration’s ICE to operate an office in Rikers, which was issued by First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro on April 8.

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Statement from Deputy Speaker Ayala on the Administration’s 60-Day Shelter Stay Limit for Migrant Families

October 16, 2023

“The announcement that Mayor Adams’ administration will enact a policy forcing migrant families to leave shelters after 60 days and place them in congregate settings is irresponsible and demonstrates poor planning. It risks creating chaos, disrupting the ability for children to successfully attend their schools, situating them in unsafe conditions and at worst, leaving families to sleep in the city’s streets.

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