Union News
AFT Members Voice Concerns Over Trump's Plan to Eliminate Ed Dept
AFT members nationwide express concerns over Trump's plan to eliminate the Education Department, fearing chaos and funding cuts.
Billionaire-Driven Budget Cuts Threaten Public Services and Medicaid
Federal budget cuts threaten public workers, families, Medicaid users, seniors, and communities while billionaires gain $4.5 trillion in tax breaks.
AFT Represents 1.8 Million Educators and Public Service Workers
The AFT represents 1.8 million educators, healthcare workers, and government employees across various sectors.
AFL-CIO President Condemns Plan to Dismantle Department of Education
"Shuttering the Department of Education is a radical plan, closing doors of opportunity for America’s students."
Court Blocks DOGE's Access to Social Security Data in Landmark Ruling
AFSCME hails a court's decision blocking DOGE's access to Social Security data, calling it a win for workers and retirees.
AFSCME President Saunders Criticizes Executive Order on Education Dept.
AFSCME President Lee Saunders criticizes the Trump administration’s executive order dismantling the Department of Education.
VA Nurses Condemn Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Veterans
VA nurses condemn the decision to stop gender-affirming care for new trans and intersex veterans, emphasizing health care as a human right and a broader attack on vulnerable groups.
United Flight Attendants Demand Fair Pay Amid Record Profits
United Flight Attendants protested globally, demanding fair pay and benefits, citing United Airlines' $3.1B profit.
UAW Local 291 Strikes Against Cummins for Fair Contract in Oshkosh, WI
UAW Local 291 members in Oshkosh strike against Cummins Inc. over stalled contract talks, pushing for fair wages and job security amid company profit highs.
AFSCME Mobilizes Against Medicaid Cuts Threatening Public Services
AFSCME members protest against Congress's plan to cut Medicaid, risking health care access and public service jobs to fund billionaire tax breaks.
