AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorld Cup in the spotlight: With kickoff on June 11, the 2026 men’s World Cup is being framed as a massive cultural exchange—but also a stress test for travelers in “Trump’s America,” as concerns about immigration enforcement and entry risk hang over foreign fans. NJ travel reality check: Memorial Day road trips are set to be brutally expensive: AAA projects record driving numbers, and New Jersey regular gas is around $4.508 a gallon—about $20 more to fill a typical sedan than last year. Transit disruption: A Long Island Rail Road strike shut down service early Saturday, threatening NJ commuters heading into NYC for the Subway Series, with extra crowding expected on subways and detours likely. Shore safety reminder: Even with warm weather, beach officials say lifeguards aren’t fully on yet and ocean temps are still near 50°F—dangerous fast for swimmers. Local culture returns: Twisties Tavern reopened in Strathmere after closing last season, bringing back a long-running Shore institution.
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