Union News
California Teamsters Support Smart & Final Employees Rally
The Facts - Teamsters and local leaders rallied outside Chedraui USA, the parent company of Smart & Final, demanding a fair contract for warehouse workers. Chedraui USA plans to close two unionized Smart & Final warehouses in California, forcing workers to reapply for employment at significantly reduced wages. Chedraui USA/Smart & Final is accused of […]
AFL-CIO President Comments on Alabama UAW Mercedes-Benz Vote
The Facts - AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler supports Mercedes-Benz workers' unionization vote for UAW in Tuscaloosa. Despite claims of neutrality, Mercedes propagated lies and threats, and even fired their U.S. CEO to dissuade unionization. The labor movement is investing resources to support new organizing and infrastructure in the South, promising to stand with Mercedes workers. […]
Over 400 Coachella Valley Water Workers Join Teamsters
The Facts - Teamsters Local 1932 has welcomed 433 new members from the Coachella Valley Water District following a vote to merge. The merger signifies a shift in power dynamics at the largest water district in Coachella Valley, offering workers a chance at meaningful change. The Coachella Valley Water District and other surrounding water districts […]
German Gov't Probes Mercedes-Benz for Workers Rights Violations in Alabama
The Facts - The German government is investigating Mercedes-Benz Group AG for alleged illegal anti-union conduct at its Alabama plant. Workers at the Alabama plant accuse MBUSI of intimidation and violations of U.S. labor law and International Labor Organization Conventions. A supermajority of MBUSI workers publically support the union, with voting currently underway at the […]
AFL-CIO Praises SCOTUS for Upholding CFPB Funding Constitutionality
The Facts - The AFL-CIO played a critical role in the creation of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The Supreme Court upheld the funding method for the CFPB, solidifying its constitutionality. Since its inception, the CFPB has returned $20 billion to consumers affected by malpractices of big banks and other financial wrongdoers. Supreme Court Upholds […]
Saunders: Public Workers Deserve Negotiation Freedom
The Facts - The Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act was introduced in the U.S. House and Senate. The Act aims to give public service workers nationwide collective bargaining rights. Passage of this Act could improve pay, benefits, working conditions, and protect vital services. AFSCME President Supports Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act AFSCME President, […]
5/15/2024 BMW-RDC Update - UAW
The Facts - The bargaining committee met with the company, presenting three main demands: better restrooms, changes to the tardiness policy, and fairer productivity standards. The company seemed open to addressing facility maintenance and hygiene product concerns, but gave no written commitments and seemed unwilling to adjust quality or production standards. The committee reiterated additional […]
Teamsters Condemn Molson Coors at Colorado Shareholder Meeting
The Facts - Teamsters General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman criticized Molson Coors for causing a three-month strike in Texas due to poor contract terms. Workers of Local 997 are demanding pay raises, improved retirement benefits, and maintenance of good healthcare, while the company continues to offer an increase of 99 cents an hour. Teamsters leaders and […]
AFL-CIO's Liz Shuler Comments on Bipartisan AI Framework Release
The Facts - The AFL-CIO supports AI development but stresses on worker's rights and transparency in AI usage. They appreciate Leader Schumer's efforts in developing a bipartisan AI framework, giving voice to unions. A focus will be on federal policies being worker-centered, promoting collective bargaining and creating high-wage union jobs. The AFL-CIO's Commitment to Worker-Centered […]
5/14/2024 BMW RDC Negotiation Update - UAW
The Facts - The bargaining committee and the Company have agreed to release time for all bargaining members to prepare and attend sessions. The committee's main bargaining goals include ending wage tiers at BMW RDC, historic wage increases, COLA wage protection, real profit sharing, reduced health care costs, and no concessions. The committee will return […]
