McDonald’s flipped its golden arches for International Women's Day on March 8 and opened the door to attacks over its employment practices. On Capitol Hill, the labor secretary faced scrutiny over tipped wages and a voluntary wage theft program. The Align crew analyzes the impact on both issues. Plus, this week’s legislative scorecard includes news about major brands making big announcements over minimum hourly pay and paid leave.
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