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New York Mayor: 'The promise of this city is etched in the Statue of Liberty'
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New York Mayor: 'The promise of this city is etched in the Statue of Liberty'

From La Nación · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed the city's commitment to welcoming immigrants, linking its identity to the Statue of Liberty.
  • Mamdani vowed to protect immigrants facing fear, stating that any threat would have to go through New Yorkers first.
  • The city offers free, confidential legal assistance to immigrants regardless of their status, with resources available through the Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has strongly reaffirmed the city's historic role as a haven for immigrants, declaring that the promise of New York is "inscribed in the Statue of Liberty." He emphasized that the city is a home for those seeking refuge or a better life, and its laws reflect this tradition.

the promise of the city of New York is inscribed in the Statue of Liberty

— Zohran MamdaniMayor Mamdani invoked the Statue of Liberty to underscore the city's identity as a welcoming place for immigrants.

Mamdani's remarks come amid heightened anxieties for many immigrant communities. He directly addressed immigrants living in fear, stating on the social media platform X that they "belong here." He issued a clear warning: anyone intending to target immigrants would have to confront the city's residents first. "Anyone who wants to come for them will have to go through the neighbors and citizens of New York first," he asserted.

to every immigrant New Yorker living in fear today belongs here.

— Zohran MamdaniMamdani addressed immigrants directly on social media, affirming their right to belong in the city.

To support vulnerable immigrant populations, Mamdani highlighted the availability of free, safe, and confidential legal assistance. He urged non-citizens to connect with local officials for support, assuring them that legal aid is accessible regardless of their immigration status. The city's Office of Immigrant Affairs provides these crucial services through legal support centers located in various neighborhoods.

Anyone who wants to come for them will have to go through the neighbors and citizens of New York first.

— Zohran MamdaniThe Mayor issued a strong warning against any attempts to target immigrant communities.

These statements follow the recent loss of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Haitians in New York. A Supreme Court ruling limited challenges to the government's ability to revoke such special migratory protections. Stephanie Delia, president of the Haitian-American Lawyers Association of New York, confirmed that this protection officially ended following a judicial decision. Approximately 5,400 Haitians with TPS reside in New York City, out of an estimated 350,000 nationwide.

Regardless of your immigration status, there is free, safe, and confidential legal help available.

— Zohran MamdaniMamdani informed immigrants about the availability of legal assistance services offered by the city.
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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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