New Jersey Taxpayers Foot Bill for World Cup Spotlight While NYC Reaps the Rewards As the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup descends upon the United States, a growing number of New Jersey residents are raising eyebrows over the state's hefty investment in the international event. Despite the fact that New York City will be the primary host, New Jersey taxpayers are set to shell out millions to support the massive undertaking. The financial burden comes as no surprise, given the state's history of partnering with New York to secure major events. However, the disparity in financial contributions has some questioning the fairness of the arrangement, particularly as New York City stands to reap the lion's share of the economic benefits.
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