DOJ Investigates NYC Migrant Shelters, Including Roosevelt Hotel

Federal Investigation into NYC Shelters

• 🎯 The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated an investigation into homeless shelters in New York City, with sources indicating subpoenas have been issued.
• 🔍 The investigation specifically targets three locations: the Roosevelt Hotel, the Steart Hotel (both housing migrants), and the former Hotel Chandler (a general homeless shelter since 2017).

Scope of Subpoenas

• 📄 Subpoenas issued to the hotels are seeking personal information, including names and dates of birth, of individuals who have stayed at these shelters.
• 💡 The Roosevelt Hotel has been a primary intake center for migrants for nearly two years, processing approximately 170,000 migrants since 2023.

City Hall's Response and Shelter Status

• 🏢 City Hall announced earlier this year that the Roosevelt Hotel shelter would be closing, with migrants being moved out.
• 🗣️ A spokesperson for City Hall stated they cannot comment on any federal investigation, and the DOJ has also declined to comment.