Gov. Mikie Sherrill demands FIFA foot the bill for World Cup transportation after reports NJ Transit could inflate train tickets by 775% — Mikie Sherrill | ChamberLight
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill called on FIFA to cover World Cup transportation costs, saying the inherited host agreement leaves FIFA paying nothing; a proposed NJ Transit fare of $100 has not been finalized. Sen. Chuck Schumer also urged FIFA to pay, amid an estimated $48 million transit cost.
Most coverage centers on Sherrill’s demand that FIFA cover World Cup transit costs: Reuters describes her push for a subsidy, while Fox News foregrounds reports of NJ Transit tickets topping $100. NJ.com also reports her call for commuter discounts during game-related disruptions, while the New York Post covers FIFA’s response.