Industrial action Le Monde journalists strike over pay and “second-class” conditions California staff cite unequal benefits and lack of “just cause” protections in dispute with French newspaper iStock.com/AdrianHancu Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 07 September 2026 Journalists in Le Monde’s California office have launched a one-day strike over what they describe as a two-tier benefits system that leaves US-based staff Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Industrial action Oxford University Press staff strike over offshoring plan Artificial Intelligence New York Times accused of unlawful AI monitoring of unionised workers Arbitration WaPo ordered to reinstate journalist fired over Charlie Kirk posts Disputes Hong Kong court rejects WSJ bid to dismiss wrongful dismissal case