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Thomas-Henry notes record World Cup scale and small business uncertainty

New York City Council · Sep 30, 2026 · starts 0:06:50 · 34 sec

Thomas-Henry says the 2026 World Cup was the largest in tournament history, with more than one million people coming to the New York-New Jersey region. She says small businesses are still holding their breath while the administration celebrates.

Shanel Thomas-Henry

The World Cup 2026 was the largest of the tournament's existence.

Shanel Thomas-Henry

More than one million people came to the New York, New Jersey region.

Shanel Thomas-Henry

New York welcomed visitors, supported transportation and public safety, hosted fan events, and helped create the experience that allowed this global event to succeed.

Shanel Thomas-Henry

But while this admin celebrates, small businesses across the city are still holding their breath.

Shanel Thomas-Henry

And that is why a headline number cannot be the end of this conversation.