Uber, Lyft Halt Service in Minneapolis Amid Dispute Over Driver Pay

• Uber and Lyft stopping operations in Minneapolis on May 1st due to new $15.57/hr minimum wage law • Companies say the law would make rides unaffordable and reduce driver earnings • Move comes after protests by drivers demanding fair pay and follows wage theft settlements • City council argues law supports large East African immigrant driver community
• Raises broader debate on regulating gig economy to ensure fair compensation while maintaining service availability