Minneapolis LOSES Uber & Lyft After City Council Enforces Higher Driver Pay

In Minneapolis, a recent ordinance requiring Uber and Lyft to pay drivers a minimum wage led to threats from both companies to cease their operations in the city. The City Council's decision to override the Mayor's veto of this ordinance has sparked a heated debate on the implications for drivers, residents, and the regional economy. Proponents see it as a victory for workers' rights, while critics argue it could lead to job losses and decreased accessibility to ride-sharing services. This situation highlights the ongoing tension between labor rights and the gig economy's business models, with potential long-term impacts on the availability of such services in Minneapolis and possibly beyond.