What is a tenant strike?

A tenant strike is a collective action taken by tenants to protest against landlords or property management, typically over issues such as rent increases, poor living conditions, or lack of maintenance. During a strike, tenants may withhold rent or refuse to comply with lease terms until their grievances are addressed. This organized effort aims to leverage collective bargaining power to improve housing conditions or negotiate better terms. Tenant strikes can be a crucial part of housing activism and tenant rights movements.