It’s probably not a good idea to do this if you want people to support your movement. Protesters blocked traffic outside the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) causing thousands to be stuck in traffic as they were rushing to catch their flights. The protesters are being led by food service workers at LAX who are demanding better contracts with LAX. Watch just how bad the traffic jam is below: Here’s a backup video if needed: JUST IN: A record 82 MILLION travelers are expected, but food service workers at LAX are deciding to BLOCK the roads, infuriating travelers, and LAPD do nothing to stop it. “They’re demanding a new contract, and allege unsafe working conditions and unfair wages.” Democrats… pic.twitter.com/Ml17Tcb7Fd — Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) November 26, 2025 Fox News reported some people stuck in traffic abandoned their cars and proceeded to walk to the airport: Holiday travelers heading to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) faced severe disruptions as hundreds of protesters blocked the road outside during one of the busiest travel periods of the year, according to reports. The demonstrations brought traffic outside the main airport building to a standstill, forcing people to abandon their cars and walk to the airport to catch their flights on time, according to FOX 11. On Tuesday, the protesters marched onto Century Boulevard, blocking a major entrance to the airport and shutting down traffic around LAX’s main pickup and drop-off zones. Police in riot gear arrived and cleared the intersection shortly after 6:15 p.m., gradually allowing traffic to resume. Fox News reported another protest broke out in Terminal 7 Wednesday morning involving workers from USWW, the nation’s largest security officers union. At the center of the protest outside the airport is an escalating labor dispute with Flying Food Group, one of LAX’s largest airline catering contractors. Unite Here Local 11 and employees of Flying Food Group are demanding a new contract with higher wages while raising safety and labor concerns. “Honestly, people don’t care about the people who make food and put it on their plates,” Susan Minato, co-president of Unite Here Local 11 told FOX 11. “We wanted to make a statement.” Protesters at an intersection near Los Angeles International Airport Tuesday. (KTTV) Minato acknowledged the disruption but defended the timing, arguing that demonstrations during peak travel periods are necessary to draw attention. “It is a busy time of the year, no question,” she said. “But that’s also how you get some attention.” What do you think? NATIONAL POLL: Should Drivers Be Allowed To Plow Protestors Illegally Blocking The Street If You Feel Your Life Is In Danger? VOTE HERE