Lingering Fear Casts Shadow Over Newark's World Cup Festivities
Published on: June 13, 2026, 1:45 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
In Newark's Ironbound district, the Brazilian restaurant Boi Na Brasa faces challenges as business has slowed since last year's ICE raids. Manager Kalani Mubarak hopes that World Cup festivities can revive sales, but concerns over immigration enforcement loom. Security has been heightened for scheduled watch parties.
