On April 1st, 2024 a new law came into effect — raising the minimum wage for fast food workers all the way up to $20 per hour. This unprecedented increase was driven by years of activism and a growing recognition of the essential role these workers play.
But it has also sparked major concerns from business owners and industry groups. They warn that a wage hike this drastic could lead to massive price increases, staff cuts, and a wave of automation as restaurants reduce hours and cut jobs — ultimately hurting the same workers it was meant to help.
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