Union News
Tensions Rise After Border Patrol Clash With Protesters in Chicago

Federal agents clashed with protesters in Chicago’s Little Village after a court ruled to limit use-of-force tactics during immigration operations.

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US Economy
Trump Halts SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown, Legal Battle Ensues

Trump halts November SNAP aid during record shutdown, impacting 42M Americans as states face penalties and legal fights reach the Supreme Court.

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Union News
AFT President criticizes GOP for government shutdown and healthcare crisis

AFT President Randi Weingarten criticizes the GOP for the government shutdown, urging focus on affordability and solutions.

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Union News
AFSCME President criticizes Senate for shutdown, calls for health action

The Facts - AFSCME calls for fixing healthcare and funding public services. Administration uses shutdown for anti-worker agenda and mass firings. Pro-worker lawmakers push to extend ACA tax credits to lower costs. The recent Senate decision to conclude the prolonged government shutdown has sparked intense debate regarding the future of health care and public service […]

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Union News
AFSCME Supports Pro-Worker Governors Sherrill and Spanberger's Vision

AFSCME members backed pro-worker candidates like Sherrill and Spanberger, aiming to enhance public services and make living costs more affordable.

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Union News
UMCNO Nurses to Strike Nov. 11-14 Over Staffing Retention Issues

UMCNO nurses will strike Nov. 11-14, urging LCMC Health to address staff retention. This could set a precedent for future healthcare labor negotiations.

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Union News
Government Shutdown and Layoffs Impact Black Women in Workforce

The ongoing government shutdown and layoffs disproportionately affect Black women, who make up 12% of federal workers, impacting their communities.

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Infrastructure Investment
Meta to Invest $600B in AI Data Centers, Workforce, and Community Support

Meta plans to invest over $600B in the US by 2028 for AI data centers, creating jobs and boosting local economies.

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Union News
Supreme Court order supports Trump admin's passport ruling on gender

Emergency order lets Trump administration block transgender Americans from choosing passport sex markers matching their identity.

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Union News
Care Fight Joins UAW Local 128; Marks One Year of Negotiations

Care Fight unit joined UAW Local 128 on June 14, 2024. A year into negotiations, worker rights and labor conditions remain critical discussion points.

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