New York City relocates relief center for asylum seekers amid criticism, protests

NEW YORK, Oct. 4 (Xinhua) -- New York City, the most populous city in the United States, will relocate a humanitarian emergency response and relief center for asylum seekers before it is open for operation due to criticism and protests from both sides of the political spectrum.

The relief center under construction at Orchard Beach parking lot in Bronx will be relocated to Randall's Island in Manhattan, according to a statement by New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Monday night.