Progressives in Congress are trying to show voters they’re focused on the needs of working people as the midterms approach.

Workers in more than 20 cities and states will see the minimum wage increase next month as local governments continue to ...

The federal minimum wage has been stuck at $7.25 since 2009. A new proposal would more than triple it, but the timeline to get there would depend on employer size.

The federal minimum wage has not increased from $7.25 per hour since 2009. On the campaign trail, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has said that needs to change. While some states and ...

States are raising minimum wages in 2026, but the federal rate remains $7.25—deepening pay gaps across the U.S.