Casino Workers in Detroit and Las Vegas Strike for Improved Pay and Benefits

Thousands of casino workers in Detroit, including dealers, valets, housekeepers, and food and beverage workers, have gone on strike at MGM Grand, MotorCity Casino Hotel, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown after their contract expired. The workers are demanding better wages and benefits, citing a lack of significant pay increases since 2020 despite a 20% rise in local inflation. The strike comes amidst a wave of labor unrest, including strikes by auto workers and ongoing negotiations between actors and entertainment studios.