Union News
Over 1,000 UAW Members Vote on Strike at Stellantis over Safety Issues
The Facts - Around 1,100 UAW Local 869 members at Stellantis’ Warren Stamping Plant are authorizing a strike due to unresolved health & safety grievances. Workers are facing issues such as problems with ventilation, PPE, flooding, lighting, sanitation, and more, impacting the production of several Stellantis vehicles. Despite these issues, Stellantis made nearly $20 billion […]
UAW & Volkswagen's Joint Statement on Chattanooga Election Results
The Facts - The National Labor Relations Board certified the Volkswagen Chattanooga employees' vote for UAW representation. Volkswagen and the union are committed to a successful future at the Chattanooga plant. Both sides are now focused on collective bargaining and negotiations for a fair agreement. NLRB Certifies Volkswagen Chattanooga Voting Results for UAW Representation The […]
AFL-CIO Pres. Comments on EPA's Ban of Methylene Chloride at Work
The Facts - The Biden-Harris administration has taken historic EPA action to phase out the dangerous chemical methylene chloride, with AFL-CIO's Liz Shuler applauding the move. The phase-out is expected to protect workers and save lives, particularly following the Trump administration's neglect to require employers to use safer alternatives. The AFL-CIO's 2024 Death on the […]
UAW Video Reveals Mercedes CEO's Huge Pay Before Alabama Union Vote
The Facts - Mercedes-Benz CEO Dimitris Psillakis received an 80% pay raise last year while workers had a meager increase. The Daimler contract victory marks another major win for the UAW with record raises, ending of tiers, and profit-sharing. 5,000 workers at Mercedes-Benz in Alabama will vote to join the UAW from May 13 to […]
CA Health Officials Partner with Teamsters
The Facts - Workers at the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District have unanimously voted to join Teamsters Local 665. These workers protect the health and welfare of residents from mosquitoes and vector-borne diseases in Marin and Sonoma counties. Teamsters Local 665 represents 5,000 members in nine counties in Northern California and the San Francisco […]
UAW and Daimler Truck Strike Historic Tentative Deal
The Facts - The UAW has reached a tentative agreement with Daimler Truck, benefiting 7,300 workers. The four-year agreement includes raises of over 25%, end of wage tiers, and introduction of profit-sharing and COLA. UAW President Shawn Fain celebrates this as a major victory and reflects on the fight for justice at Daimler Truck. Historic […]
Tonight: UAW President, Committee to Reveal Updates before Daimler Contract Ends
The Facts - UAW President, Shawn Fain, and the UAW Daimler Truck North America Bargaining Committee are set to address Daimler workers and allies on Facebook Live before the expiration of the contract for over 7,000 UAW workers. Daimler workers are demanding a contract that reflects Daimler Truck's record profits and includes fair wages and […]
AFL-CIO Applauds Biden for Enhancing Farmworker Protections
The Facts - The Department of Labor’s final H-2A rule strengthens protections for all workers, regardless of immigration status. This rule enhances recruitment protections, wages, and safety measures, and ensures employer accountability. The AFL-CIO commends DOL for the new rule and will continue to fight for immigration reforms, including a pathway to citizenship. AFL-CIO President […]
Saunders: Enhancing Worker Voices Crucial for Safety on Job
The Facts - Lee Saunders stresses workers' right to safety and commemorates those who lost their lives at work. Under President Biden, strides have been made on worker safety, with OSHA stepping up enforcement. Saunders argues that collective bargaining and union contracts improve worker safety, demanding safe working conditions. AFSCME President's Statement on Workers Memorial […]
UAW Charges Daimler Truck with Four Unfair Labor Practices
The Facts - The UAW has filed four unfair labor practice charges against Daimler Truck with the NLRB. Daimler Truck is accused of violating workers' rights, including retaliation, interference, discrimination, and failure to bargain in good faith. Daimler workers demand fair wages and working conditions in line with the company's record profits. UAW Files Unfair […]
