Barbara Lee Proposes $50 Minimum Wage in California Senate Race

Amid a competitive Senate race, Rep. Barbara Lee stands out with her bold $50 per hour minimum wage proposal, aiming to address California's high cost of living.

Rep. Barbara Lee, competing for California's U.S. Senate seat, proposes a federal minimum wage of $50 per hour to combat the state's high cost of living.
Lee's proposal, significantly higher than the current $7.25 federal minimum wage, aims to provide a 'living wage' in expensive areas like the Bay Area.
Critics argue that such a high minimum wage could lead to job losses and increased costs for consumers, citing economic studies and business responses to wage hikes.
Lee's stance on minimum wage has garnered national attention, despite her trailing in polls behind other candidates in the Senate race.
The proposal faces skepticism from both sides of the aisle, with concerns over its feasibility for small businesses and its likelihood of passing in Congress.