President Obama blasts Republicans over minimum wage vote . The issue is a focus for Democrats trying to take control of the Senate in November . Sen. Susan Collins , a Maine Republican , also said she supports a reasonable increase and complained that Democrats sought to force the higher figure through without compromise or debate . Republicans cite various reasons for opposing the $ 10.10 per - hour proposal . Polls show Americans favor an increase .
President Obama blasts Republicans over minimum wage vote . The issue is a focus for Democrats trying to take control of the Senate in November . Republicans cite various reasons for opposing the $ 10.10 per - hour proposal . Polls show Americans favor an increase .