May Day rallies across the US demand tax the rich and ICE abolition
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 16:57 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
On May 1, demonstrations were held nationwide calling for stronger working‑class protections, higher taxes on the wealthy and the elimination of ICE. Organizers also highlighted a proposed $70 billion immigration enforcement budget. The rallies reflected growing labor‑movement activism ahead of the midterm elections.
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