Thousands of workers flooded Washington, D.C., this week in a fiery Labor Day rally, protesting policies they say undermine union power. Organized by over 30 unions and advocacy groups, the march took direct aim at President Trump’s executive order limiting federal workers’ collective bargaining rights—signed just hours before the demonstration. 📢
Why It Matters
Protesters slammed corporate-driven 'union-busting' tactics and widening economic inequality, waving signs like 'Tax the Rich' and 'Jobs Over Profits.' With Labor Day around the corner (September 2), the rally reignited debates about workers’ rights in an era of gig economies and automation. 💼⚖️
Behind the Buzz
Labor Day, a U.S. holiday honoring workers’ contributions, has roots in the 19th-century labor movement. But this year’s events feel more urgent, activists say, as policies threaten healthcare protections and wage growth. 'This isn’t just about one order—it’s about whose side the government is on,' said a union rep at the rally. 🔥
