NJ Transit

NJ Transit is a public transportation agency serving the state of New Jersey, providing bus, rail, and light rail services. It connects New Jersey residents to New York City and other destinations within the state. The agency is currently newsworthy due to a significant fare increase planned for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Specifically, the fare from Manhattan's Penn Station to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford is projected to increase nearly twelvefold, reaching $150. This has sparked considerable backlash, with a US lawmaker and the Governor of New Jersey, Mikie Sherrill, publicly criticizing the high costs and requesting FIFA to subsidize transportation for the event. The controversy highlights the financial burden placed on the public and raises questions about the affordability and accessibility of transportation during major events.