Union News
AFT President condemns government shutdown, urges healthcare solution
AFT President Weingarten criticizes Trump and Congress for defunding healthcare, urging them to reopen the government.
AFSCME President condemns Congress for shutdown over health care cuts
"AFSCME President Lee Saunders criticizes Congress for a shutdown, jeopardizing health care and federal services."
NLRB rules Volkswagen violated labor laws, orders union recognition
The NLRB finds Volkswagen violated labor laws at its NJ center, coercing workers against unionizing. This highlights ongoing labor rights challenges.
AFSCME Thanks Rep. Pat Ryan for Opposing Harmful Health Care Bill
AFSCME thanks Rep. Pat Ryan for opposing the "Big, Beautiful Bill Act," protecting health care and public services for working families in New York.
Court Ruling Halts Trump Layoffs of Voice of America Workers
Court halts Trump admin's layoff of Voice of America workers, a win for free speech and AFSCME members globally.
AFSCME, AFGE sue over Trump administration's mass firing threats
AFSCME and AFGE file a lawsuit against the administration's plan for mass federal employee firings amid shutdown.
Teamsters Local 639 Increases DRIVE Participation by 40% at UPS Blitz
Teamsters Local 639 boosts DRIVE participation by over 40%, enhancing political power and labor movement influence.
Region 1A Summer School 2025: Building Skills and Solidarity
Over 200 delegates attended Region 1A Summer School at Black Lake from July 27-August 1, 2025, enhancing union skills and fostering solidarity and diversity.
National Nurses United Endorses Robert Peters for Illinois Congress Seat
National Nurses United endorses Robert Peters for Illinois’ 2nd District, citing his support for nurses and universal health care, impacting future health policies.
Nurse Missy Bennett Fights Cuts to Medicaid and Medicare Services
Missy Bennett highlights the impact of the 'Big Beautiful Bill' on senior care, warning it cuts Medicaid, Medicare, and burdens working families and caregivers.
