San Diego: We Are Not “Garbage,” We Are Community

I’m Mikaiil Hussein, president of the United Taxi Workers of San Diego, and I’m writing this because something has shifted in our beloved city of San Diego. After President Donald Trump’s comments attacking Somalis, many Somali families across San Diego are living with a new kind of fear—fear that we’ll be singled out, questioned, or treated like we don’t belong […]

Join Our Open House – 12.18.2026

The United Taxi Workers of San Diego (UTWSD) is thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Open House—an opportunity to come together, celebrate our diverse community, and support the resilience and dedication of local taxi drivers in San Diego.​ Event Details Date: Thursday, December 18Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM(Please see the flyer below for location details) A Moment for Connection and Reflection This […]

Why Waymo’s Driverless Taxis Threaten All of Us: A Message from Mikaiil Hussein, Exec. Director of United Taxi Workers of San Diego

When you hear about Waymo bringing driverless taxis to San Diego, I understand if you’re excited about the technology. Progress is important. But you should know what’s really at stake. My name is Mikaiil Hussein, and as Executive Director of the United Taxi Workers of San Diego (UTWSD), I am fighting for fair treatment and a future for all working families impacted […]