But there's no reason to do so, because the wage floor has been set. There's no negotiation left or available. Thanks to the minimum wage, they're already paying out more than they might need to under more sane circumstances, so they're having to account for all the costs and limited payroll hours available. Sure, you can ask at the interview, but they're going to say no.

Now, consider if there was no minimum wage. This means that it's possible to negotiate lower and/or higher depending on your need, your value, and the needs and costs of your employer. It may mean that if you're someone who's just looking for a few extra bucks on the weekend, you need not negotiate high, and if you're looking to create a lot of value, you can negotiate higher.

Instead, it's just assumed that everyone's the same. Bad policy.