New Jersey governor hits out at Fifa over reported $100 World Cup train tickets: ‘They should pay’
Governor Mikie Sherrill criticized FIFA for refusing to fund transportation costs, insisting that New Jersey taxpayers will not subsidize the international event.
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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill is pressuring FIFA to cover $48 million in World Cup transit costs, warning that fans may face $100 train tickets to ensure state taxpayers and daily commuters don't foot the bill.
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.
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