New York City Sues Bus Companies Over Migrant Transport

The lawsuit, seeking $708 million, alleges the companies violated New York law by knowingly transporting migrants into the state, shifting the financial burden onto the city.

New York City has filed a $708 million lawsuit against bus companies used by Texas to transport migrants across state lines, citing a violation of New York Social Services Law § 149.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been vocal about his strategy of transporting migrants out of state to alleviate financial burden on Texas.
GW Law professor Jonathan Turley criticizes the lawsuit as frivolous and questions the constitutionality of New York Social Services Law § 149.
Texas has reportedly sent at least 33,600 migrants to New York City since spring 2022 as part of 'Operation Lone Star'.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams criticizes the federal government for not addressing the border crisis and leaving the city to handle the influx of migrants.