On May Day, also known as International Workers' Day, thousands of individuals across the United States are participating in a coordinated economic blackout, urging the public to refrain from school, work, and shopping. Organized by the 'May Day Strong' coalition, approximately 3,000 to 3,500 events are scheduled nationwide, marking one of the largest waves of May Day actions in recent years. Early demonstrations have already begun on the East Coast, with significant activities reported in major cities like New York. In Manhattan, Amazon workers and members of the Teamsters union marched to demand an end to the company's contracts with US immigration and security agencies. Activists in Washington, DC, blocked intersections, advocating for workers' rights and healthcare over warfare. This year's mobilization brings together a diverse coalition of unions, migrant rights groups, and left-leaning political organizations, including the Democratic Socialists of America. Organizers expect participation to more than double compared to last year, reflecting a growing public interest in labor and social justice issues. Leah Greenberg of Indivisible described the economic blackout as a 'structure test' for the movement, aimed at fostering long-term collective power through disruption and non-cooperation. Education unions and student groups are also involved, with some school districts allowing teachers to attend rallies, and Chicago recognizing May Day as a civic action day.