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‘Trump slump’ blamed as fewer tourists visit Las Vegas

Ted Pappageorge, who leads the influential Culinary Workers Union, has dubbed the situation the ‘Trump slump’

The Independent UK

Las Vegas Tourism Numbers Drop as Trump's Immigration Policies Stir Fear and Cut International Visits

Tourism to Las Vegas has fallen sharply, with overall visitation down 11.3% in June 2025 compared to the same month last year

Latin Times

Immigration crackdown causing ‘Trump slump’ in Las Vegas tourism, unions say

International visitors to one of the world’s largest tourist destinations dropped 13% in June as workers face layoffs

The Guardian - US

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Las Vegas is feeling the impact of Trump’s anti-immigration agenda

‘This industry cannot function without immigrant workers,’ warned one Sin City union leader

The Independent UK

Wealthy business-owning Trumpers are clashing with MAGA purists over who should get deported

President Donald Trump’s promise to deport a record number of people is running into economic reality: Many have critical jobs in the food chain.

Fortune

Some US restaurants and servers oppose Republicans' 'no tax on tips' budget proposal

Some segments of the U.S. restaurant industry don’t support President Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate federal taxes on tips

The Independent UK

Trump Fought a Union Drive at His Vegas Hotel. Now This Housekeeper Is Working to Keep Him From a Second Term as President.

Marisela Olvera, who faced a union-busting campaign at Trump International Hotel a decade ago, wants to help elect the first woman president.

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In Las Vegas, housing could make or break the battle for the White House

Nevada, once known for its low living costs, has seen house prices soar and rents climb – can Trump take advantage?

The Guardian - US

Harris holds Las Vegas rally as Nevada becomes crucial swing state in election

VP and Trump are making frequent stops in state, with Harris coming two days after visiting US-Mexico border

The Guardian - US

Union leader says no taxes on tips is the flawed policy we need because ‘working-class families can’t wait for aspirational ideas’

Eliminating taxes on tips is a welcome development, but nothing compared to the holy grail for service workers: Raising the minimum wage.

Fortune

No tax on tips fires up Nevada hospitality workers: ‘I want that!’

Donald Trump kicked off a frenzy about the issue at a June rally and Kamala Harris has hurriedly matched his promise

The Guardian - US

Culinary Workers Union Endorses Harris-Walz Ticket In Las Vegas

Culinary Workers Union Local 226 and Bartenders Union Local 165 endorse Harris-Walz ticket in Las Vegas rally, showing support for working families.

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Nevada’s Latino voters are demoralised. Their votes could decide the presidency

In Nevada, a key swing state, most Latino voters tend to choose Democrats. But the party hasn’t solidified support – a problem for Biden, strategists say

The Guardian - US

Robot baristas and AI chefs caused a stir at CES 2024 as casino union workers fear for their jobs

Robots of all kinds caused a stir on the show floor this week at the annual CES technology trade show in Las Vegas

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The Independent UK

Las Vegas union hotel workers ratify Caesars contract

Las Vegas hotel union workers have overwhelmingly voted to approve their contract agreement with casino giant Caesars Entertainment

The Independent UK

Daily room cleanings underscores Las Vegas hotel workers contract fight for job safety and security

From the onset of negotiations in April, Las Vegas hotel workers said they would be willing to strike over the issue of daily room cleanings

Fortune

A worker who’s been cleaning a 5-star hotel for 14 years says guests are so angry about how dirty their rooms have gotten they throw things and shout at her

“The rooms aren’t cleaned every day," says Xochitl Mendez. "Sometimes we don’t want to go into the rooms because the guests are so mad.”

The Guardian - US

Las Vegas hospitality workers vote to authorize strike

Two sides still ‘far apart’ after months of negotiations with the largest three gaming companies in Las Vegas

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Robots are pouring drinks in Vegas. As AI grows, the city's workers brace for change

Workers in Las Vegas have been watching automation and technology inch into their workplace. Now with AI, the city is preparing to adapt its service-heavy tourism economy.

WEKU

Want your hotel room cleaned every day? Hotel housekeepers hope you say yes

Daily room cleaning used to be standard in hotels. Now, the union UNITE HERE is fighting to bring that back, as hotels have cut back citing worker shortages and changing guest preferences.

Los Angeles Times

Nevada Democrats in tight races turn to a trusted ally, the ‘Reid machine’

LAS VEGAS — Nevada Democrats have found themselves in a bit of trouble.

The Independent UK

Las Vegas at center of tight contests for Senate, governor

Two weeks of early voting started Saturday in Nevada, one of the most competitive states in this year’s midterm elections

The Guardian - US

‘I just care about change’: Nevada’s Latinos on their cost-of-living fears

Nevada has an acute shortage of affordable housing – but do Republicans or Democrats have practical answers to curb one of America’s most pressing issues?

The Independent UK

Nevada's 'Reid Machine' staring down tough test in midterms

It’s been eight years since Harry Reid led the U.S. Senate, but if his Democratic Party can manage to keep its tenuous control of the chamber this year, he may be the man responsible

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