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Cellphones, ping-pong tables and haircuts among free perks for NYC migrants

Thousands of migrants who illegally crossed the US’s southern border recently and claimed asylum are enjoying a slew of free perks in New York City.

Mayor Eric Adams — warning that the Biden administration’s border policies could cost the city more than a mind-boggling $1 billion because of the influx — has begged the White House to help the Big Apple bear the burden, to no avail.

Here are some of the benefits that come along with being an asylum-seeker in the Big Apple.

Courtesy of the city:

Watson Hotel sign
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Migrants camped outside the Watson Hotel.
Many migrants have camped out outside the Watson Hotel after refusing their less lavish lodgings.
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Chicken with pinto beans and black rice.
Food for migrants is free from the city.
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  • Recreation at the terminal includes ping pong tables, five large-screen TVs and a treadmill, as well as access to free international calls and WiFi. At the former city facility on Randall’s Island, there were city-provided Xboxes.
  • Health care, which the city says includes “urgent-care services and sign-up for health coverage.’’ City officials declined to elaborate.
  • Education for migrant kids at public city schools.

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