US activists plan May Day economic blackout: ‘No school, no work, no shopping’
US activists are organizing an economic blackout for May Day, calling for 'no school, no work, no shopping' in protest against government policies. The number of planned events has more than doubled compared to last year, with over 3,000 actions expected nationwide. Organizers aim to build a larger movement to empower workers and defend democracy.
- ▪The economic blackout is inspired by a recent ICE crackdown in Minnesota.
- ▪Organizers believe the protests are a reaction to the Trump administration's policies.
- ▪Cities like Los Angeles and Chicago are preparing for city-wide economic blackouts on May Day.
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Protesters against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) march through the streets of downtown Minneapolis on 25 January. Photograph: Roberto Schmidt/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenProtesters against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) march through the streets of downtown Minneapolis on 25 January. Photograph: Roberto Schmidt/AFP/Getty ImagesUS newsUS activists plan May Day economic blackout: ‘No school, no work, no shopping’Actions expected to exceed 3,000 as unions and groups expand protests inspired by Minnesota ICE crackdownMichael SainatoTue 28 Apr 2026 07.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 09.52 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleLabor unions, democratic organizations and community groups are organizing an economic blackout this year to commemorate May Day,…
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