"FIFA is set to reap nearly $11 billion from this summer's World Cup, yet New York area commuters and residents are being handed the bill. The least FIFA can do is ensure New York residents can go to the stadium without being gouged at the turnstile."
"This fee reflects the exorbitant security costs that FIFA says it needs, but isn't going to pay for. The $100 round-trip ticket is seven times higher than normal NJ Transit service."
"Many outlets followed: The Post stuck to the main outrage; NJ.com pointed out that FIFA is saddling New Jersey with $48 million in costs."
"As transit fans, we're just worried that the event's high transportation costs will linger in the public imagination, slowing instilling the notion that transit is 'expensive' or 'a hassle' rather than an essential service."
Reports indicate that NJ Transit may charge $100 for round-trip train tickets for World Cup soccer ticket holders, significantly higher than normal fares. This fee reflects FIFA's refusal to cover security costs, despite the organization profiting nearly $11 billion from the event. New York officials, including Sen. Chuck Schumer and Gov. Hochul, criticized FIFA for imposing these costs on local residents. Concerns arise that high transportation fees could negatively affect public perception of transit as an essential service.
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