Police in Las Vegas arrested 57 striking casino workers who were protesting outside Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. The workers, members of the Culinary Union, walked off their jobs over stalled talks for a new five-year union pay contract. Videos and images posted by the union showed workers blocking a road in front of the hotel, and some were seen being handcuffed by police. The union’s leadership, including President Diana Valles, were also arrested.
Las Vegas police reopened the road next to the casino after the arrests, which had earlier been closed due to the protests. The city is currently hosting the Formula One Grand Prix this weekend. Virgin Hotels Las Vegas is owned by JC Hospitality, Juniper Capital Partners, Virgin Group, and others. The hotel did not respond to a request for comment from Reuters.
Overall, the striking casino workers were protesting outside Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, leading to arrests by the police. The Culinary Union members staged a non-violent protest, which resulted in some workers being taken into custody. The strike was due to stalled negotiations for a new union pay contract, and the road near the casino was temporarily closed before being reopened after the arrests.
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