Hundreds gathered in lower Manhattan Tuesday to rally in defense of New York City’s shelter rights, of growing concern among advocates as temperatures begin to drop.
It was not immediately clear how the Adams Administration will proceed in challenging New York City’s unique right to shelter. A formal request is due in state court next week.
Steve Banks, who served as social services commissioner under former Mayor Bill de Blasio, is returning to a familiar posture opposing City Hall in litigation over the city’s unique shelter rights for the homeless.