On September 1, 2025, Labor Day will be marked by more than just traditional celebrations. Across the United States, thousands of protesters will gather for “Workers Over Billionaires” events. These are organized by the AFL-CIO, and numerous allied groups to spotlight the growing wealth gap and support workers’ rights.
Over 1,000 protests are scheduled nationwide, showing a coordinated effort involving unions and activist groups from various sectors. Participating organizations include the National Education Association, the American Federation of Teachers, MoveOn, Public Citizen, and the Working Families Party.
This movement builds on prior actions, including large rallies on May 1 led by the May Day Strong coalition, which has also joined the Labor Day protests, emphasizing a united front against economic inequality.
Organizers stressed that the protest is about building real worker power, not just policy changes. Their message encourages unity among everyday workers in all industries, from warehouses and kitchens to schools and streets. The slogan for the movement is clear: “Workers over billionaires now!”
A highly visible demonstration will take place in New York City, where thousands of restaurant workers plan to rally outside Trump Tower. This event includes serving tacos in the street, a symbolic act connecting to the acronym TACO, which protesters say means “Trump Always Chickens Out.” This demonstrates how the protests link workers’ issues to political figures associated with wealth concentration.
The goal is to remind the public that Labor Day honors workers, not billionaires, and to draw attention to the widening gap between everyday Americans and the ultra-rich. This theme resonates as the protests also challenge policies seen as favoring wealthy elites over working families.
The AFL-CIO leads the protests supported by numerous labor and grassroots groups. Events will take place in all 50 states, with rallies planned in major cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. The scope of the demonstrations marks them as one of the largest labor-focused actions of the year.
Beyond fighting for fair wages and workers’ rights, the movement calls for universal healthcare, investments in public services, and the right to organize union representation. Protesters highlight a broader struggle against economic and social injustices linked to billionaire influence.
This Labor Day shows a shift from typical celebrations to activism focused on demanding change. Unions and allied groups want workers to have greater power today and in the future, stressing their presence across industries and communities nationwide.
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Labor Day’s protests echo growing public support for labor unions, with polls indicating the highest approval ratings in decades. Organizers hope these protests will strengthen efforts to resist policies seen as harmful to working families and democracy itself.
This coordinated Labor Day action sends a message that workers stand together, pushing back against billionaire dominance and seeking a more equitable future for all Americans.
