City Files Lawsuit to Recover Funds Meant to Cover Hotel Costs for Migrants
The City of New York has filed a lawsuit against the federal government, including President Donald Trump, to reclaim $80 million that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) clawed back from the city, according to court documents.
Background
The dispute between the city and the federal government began earlier in February, when FEMA withdrew $80 million in funds that had been approved, paid, and then rescinded for hotel costs related to sheltering migrants. The city claims that the funds were taken without notice or communication from the federal government.
City’s Claim
The city’s lawsuit, NYC v. Trump, names President Trump, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem as defendants. The suit alleges that Trump is “responsible for the actions and decisions” and is being sued in his official capacity as president.
City’s Statement
“We’re going to work to ensure our city’s residents get every dollar they are owed,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams in a statement. “The $80 million that FEMA approved, paid, and then rescinded — after the city spent more than $7 billion in the last three years — is the bare minimum our taxpayers deserve.”
Previous Dispute
The dispute over the funds began earlier in February, when FEMA clawed back the money, escalating a dispute between the Trump administration and the nation’s largest city over money for sheltering migrants. A federal judge initially ruled that he would not stop FEMA from reclaiming the funds.
New York City’s Response
Adams, a Democrat, said city officials had contacted the White House about getting back the money, and were exploring legal options. He also stated that he would discuss the matter with President Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, when they met in New York last week.
Conclusion
The city’s lawsuit aims to recover the $80 million that was clawed back by FEMA, which was meant to cover hotel costs for migrants. The city claims that the funds were taken without notice or communication from the federal government, and that the move is unjust and unfair to its taxpayers.
FAQs
* What is the dispute about?
+ The city claims that FEMA clawed back $80 million in funds meant to cover hotel costs for migrants without notice or communication from the federal government.
* Who is being sued?
+ The city is suing President Trump, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in connection with the dispute.
* What is the city’s goal?
+ The city aims to recover the $80 million that was clawed back by FEMA and ensure that its residents get every dollar they are owed.
* What is the city’s stance on the dispute?
+ The city claims that the move is unjust and unfair to its taxpayers and is exploring legal options to recover the funds.
