We do that correctly and better and well. We're then able to say to New York City that We have $113 billion budget, do not allow people to scapegoat our immigrant brothers and sisters that are coming here and saying we're unable to pay for our services because of them. It was $113 billion before the migration situation emerged. And it's about the seriousness of who we are as leaders that can address it in a very real way. (12:15–12:25)
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Asserts that New York City's budget was $113 billion before the migration situation and should not blame immigrants for financial issues.
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