Black immigrants gathered in large numbers outside New York City Hall during a hearing addressing racial disparities in the city's shelter and immigrant support services. Over 1,500 immigrants, primarily from Guinea, congregated in City Hall Park as only a limited number could be accommodated inside for the hearing.
The City Council discussed proposals aimed at improving data collection on migrants in city services and urging the federal government to eliminate or reimburse immigration application fees. Concerns were raised about Black migrants facing higher rates of shelter denials, lack of language support, and difficulties in practicing their religious beliefs compared to other groups.
