Here’s what minimum wage would be if it kept up with inflation

USA TODAY - For more and to sign up click here Alix Martichoux (NEXSTAR) – While some localities have bumped minimum wages as high as $17, the federal minimum wage hasn’t budged in 15 years. The last time it was altered was in 2009, when it went from $6.55 to $7.25. Since 2009, we’ve seen economic boom and bust, a global pandemic, and sky-high inflation, but through it all the federal minimum wage has held steady…