The Radical Left continues to prioritize illegal aliens of US citizens. But now, they have gone a step too far.
Because NYC’s newest immigration move has residents overrun by crime and despair.
In the heart of New York City’s bustling Williamsburg neighborhood, a high-end hotel once known for its boutique charm has been converted into a shelter for illegal immigrants, marking a significant shift in its operation and the surrounding community.
Hotel Le Jolie, located near the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway and just blocks from McCarren Park, has ceased its traditional hospitality services to accommodate families amidst an overwhelming influx of illegal aliens.
Since May last year, Hotel Le Jolie, previously celebrated on platforms like TripAdvisor for its distinctive appeal, has redirected its resources to serve as a sanctuary for those who have entered this country illegally.
This transformation aligns with broader city efforts to manage the sharp increase in the number of asylum seekers and illegal immigrants.
The New York Post reports that Mayor Eric Adams’ administration has facilitated this transition through a $12.3 million contract awarded to the Brooklyn-based nonprofit St. P.A.U.L.S. Inc.
The organization is now tasked with running a “sanctuary city facility for families with children” at the hotel’s address, 235 Meeker Avenue.
The change has not gone unnoticed by potential guests. Those attempting to book a stay through popular sites like Expedia encounter a notification stating, “This property is closed from May 2, 2023, to December 31, 2024,” categorized under “Renovations and closures.”
This shift from a tourist-friendly hotel to a shelter is indicative of the city’s current response to a massive influx of illegal immigrants during Joe Biden’s immigration crisis.
Before its transformation, Hotel Le Jolie enjoyed generally positive reviews, with few customers leaving dissatisfied.
However, the hotel’s new role has brought to light broader, more complex issues facing the city and the nation.
New York has spent tens of millions of dollars to house migrants in various hotels, a makeshift solution that has resulted in increased reports of drug use, alcohol abuse, and violent incidents—problems that have spilled over into the neighborhoods.
These issues were starkly highlighted in an interview conducted by Turning Point USA’s Savanah Hernandez with Carlos Arrellano, a whistleblower who has worked at the largest hotel-turned-shelter in New York City.
Located a block away from Times Square, this facility has reportedly been a source of considerable turmoil.
Arrellano, with five years of experience in the field, expressed his dismay at the current situation: “I’ve been doing this for five years, and in my five years, this has been the worst experience by far,” he said. “The city of New York does not know what they’re doing, and it’s only going to get worse from here.”
The Department of Homeland Security, initially relying on a temporary team to manage the transition of Hotel Le Jolie and similar facilities, expects St. P.A.U.L.S. Inc. to elevate the quality of services provided to the residents.
This expectation comes amid growing concerns about the adequacy of the city’s infrastructure and resources to handle such a significant and rapid population change.
While the city’s decision to convert hotels into shelters is one that the Left champions, it also raises questions about the sustainability of such measures and the long-term impact on local communities and the migrants they aim to help.
As New York continues to wrestle with these issues, the responses from city officials, nonprofit organizations, and the communities involved will likely be forced to adjust as they are overwhelmed with illegal immigrants.
The transformation of Hotel Le Jolie into a shelter not only serves as simply a temporary bandage for a massive crisis but also as a poignant symbol of the city’s broader struggles with immigration even as they claim to be a “sanctuary city.”
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