Union News
AFT and AAUP Leaders Criticize Trump's Research Funding Changes
WASHINGTON—AFT President Weingarten and AAUP President Wolfson oppose Trump's proposal to defund university research.
AFT and AAUP Leaders Oppose Trump Administration's Research Funding Shift
AFT and AAUP oppose Trump's research funding shift, urging Congress to defend independent, accountable science.
Senate Committee Advances Bill to Boost American Auto Industry Security
The Senate Commerce Committee's move supports U.S. auto jobs, aiming to curb offshoring, with Senators Moreno and Slotkin championing this economic shift.
South Carolina Workers Join Teamsters, Secure Representation and Rights
Over 100 workers at Southern Glazer’s in SC join Teamsters via card check, aiming for a strong first contract.
Press conference in Raleigh to demand AI guardrails, worker protections
NNU's July 24, 2026 press conference in Raleigh demands strong A.I. guardrails, highlighting worker and patient protection, challenging current policies.
Coalition Launches "One Big Bill" Campaign to Highlight Loan Struggles
Effort invites Americans to share their new student loan bills, highlighting financial impacts from rising costs.
Teamsters Local 639 Fights for Fair Contract for Autism Technicians
Behavioral technicians at Verbal Beginnings strike for fair contract, demanding better wages and work conditions.
Nurses Rally Against SSM Health for Union Rights and Reinstatement
Nurses at SSM Health rally July 22 in St. Louis, demanding reinstatement of two fired nurses and respect for union rights, highlighting broader labor issues.
AFT Concludes Convention with Re-election of Leadership and Key Resolutions
National Teachers Union caps its largest convention, re-electing leaders and addressing pressing issues like AI and democracy.
AFT Reaches Historic Membership as Public Sector Union Organizing Surges
Eight years post-Janus, AFT's membership peaks at 1.875 million, defying challenges and growing across sectors.
