Chicago Mayor Johnson Denounces Federal Troop Threat Amid National Labor Day Protests

Labor Day 202X saw widespread ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ rallies across the United States, with Chicago’s Mayor Brandon Johnson sharply criticizing the Trump administration’s proposal to deploy federal troops to the city for an immigration crackdown. Addressing a large crowd at the Chicago demonstration, Johnson emphatically stated, “No federal troops in the city of Chicago.”

Johnson underscored his commitment to defending democracy and protecting the humanity of all Chicago residents, leading chants of “No troops in Chicago” and “Invest in Chicago.” Simultaneously, protesters gathered outside Trump Tower, carrying anti-Trump posters and chanting slogans. These actions in Chicago were part of hundreds of coordinated protests nationwide, organized under the ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ banner by groups like May Day Strong and AFL-CIO. The movement advocated for the protection of social safety nets, funding for public schools, healthcare, and housing.

Demonstrations extended to major cities including New York, Houston, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles, as well as smaller communities. In New York, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand joined an Albany rally, emphasizing the importance of working people. Washington D.C. saw nearly 1,000 residents participate in a ‘Freedom Run’ against a federal takeover of the city, citing concerns over federal employee terminations. Los Angeles hosted large marches, and California’s Bay Area witnessed several protests, including a 17-mile human chain.

Adding to the nationwide labor action, workers at the Hilton Americas-Houston initiated a nine-day strike, demanding a higher minimum wage of $23-per-hour from their current $16.50. This marks the first strike in the Unite Here Local 23 Texas chapter’s 25-year history. Amidst these widespread protests, then-President Trump posted a Labor Day message on Truth Social, featuring a photo with workers and the caption: “Celebrating 250 years of THE AMERICAN WORKER. Happy Labor Day.”

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