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Outrage as Brooklyn high school transforms into migrant shelter

2,000 migrants housed in Brooklyn school, angering parents.

In a shocking incident that has left parents and lawmakers fuming, nearly 2,000 migrants were temporarily relocated to James Madison High School in Brooklyn, resulting in almost 3,400 students being forced to learn remotely for the day. The decision was made to protect the migrants from impending storms, but it has sparked outrage among the community.

Parents expressed their frustration, voicing concerns about the potential risks posed to their children. One parent said, 'We talk about closing schools when it's inclement weather. They never do it. The reason why is always, 'Where are those kids that struggle to eat? Where are they going to stay warm?' How, in all this, are we jeopardizing the future of our kids?'

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