UAW President Shawn Fain Comments on Mass Arrest of Anti-War Protestors
The Facts - The UAW condemns the arrest and intimidation of protesters and strikers. They have been advocating for a ceasefire for six months. The UAW demands the release of arrested students and employees. UAW Denounces Arrest and Intimidation of Protestors The United Auto Workers (UAW) has strongly condemned the detention and intimidation of individuals […]
Enhancing Climate Resilience of Roads and Bridges Infrastructure
The Facts - The FHWA is focusing on reducing transport-related emissions and funding climate-resilient projects for Earth Month 2024. Under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act, the FHWA is providing billions to various entities for climate and sustainability initiatives. Recent efforts include the RTEPF Program reducing emissions from idling trucks, the LCTM […]
AFL-CIO President Discusses FAA Reauthorization by Congress
The Facts - The bipartisan agreement to reauthorize the FAA is appreciated by the AFL-CIO President. The agreement advances workers' rights and improves safety in the aviation industry. The AFL-CIO looks forward to the reauthorization being sent to President Biden's desk. AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler has announced support for the bipartisan agreement to reauthorize the […]
Teamsters Submit DHL Shareholder Counter Proposal at German Meeting
The Facts - The Teamsters Union plans to present a countermotion urging investors to reject DHL's executive remuneration report. DHL is criticized for poor working conditions, labor violation, and bonuses for executives despite these issues. DHL was recently forced to settle an $8.7 million racial discrimination lawsuit. Teamsters Challenge DHL's Executive Pay Amidst Worsening US […]
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 […]
Whitmer Seeks 5,000 Infrastructure Workers for Training, Job Placement
The Facts - Governor Whitmer signed an executive directive to train 5,000 new infrastructure workers. The trained workers would assist in upgrading Michigan's infrastructure including roads, bridges, and internet. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity will ensure workers receive training and are job-placed. Governor Initiates Training Program for Infrastructure Workers Michigan's Governor Gretchen […]
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 […]
