Uber, Lyft Say They'll Leave Minneapolis If Rideshare Minimum Wage Ordinance Passes. Here's Why.

USA TODAY, The Post-Crescent
Fri, 08/18/2023 - 1:18pm

Both ridesharing companies have urged Mayor Jacob Frey to veto the bill, lest ridesharing becomes too expensive to continue operating in the city.

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