IAM Union Statement on U.S. House Vote to Reject Tariffs on Canada
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11, 2026 — Brian Bryant, International President of the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian Territory General Vice President, issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives voted to reject President Trump’s tariffs on Canada: “Today’s bipartisan vote shows that a majority of Congress
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After Enduring Months of Union-Busting Tactics to Undermine NLRB Vote, BlueOval SK Workers Deliver Petition Demanding Ford Recognize UAW and Negotiate Future of Glendale
Over 1,000 workers and community supporters signed on to demand that Ford recognize the union at BlueOval SK – and begin working with the UAW to ensure a just transition for the hundreds of people whose livelihoods are getting upended on February 14.
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Our Voice, Our Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week
Our Voice, Our Power: What Working People Are Doing This Week
Welcome to our regular feature, a look at what the various AFL-CIO unions and other working family organizations are doing across the country and beyond. The labor movement is big and active—here’s a look at the broad range of activities we’re engaged in this week.
Actors’ Equity:Immigration resources are available in the member portal. Equity members can now access a comprehensive guide on immigration rights, including a printable rights card and bystander intervention tips. Log in for more – https://members.actorsequity.org/resources/know-your-immigration-rights [image or embed]— Actors’ Equity Association (@actorsequity.bsky.social) February 10, 2026 at 5:25 PMAFGE:Same scheme, different name, still illegal.Schedule Policy/Career (aka Schedule F) will fill our government with flunkies and loyalists, and fire career civil servants.We have successfully challenged the admin’s efforts to undermine the civil service & will continue to do so. https://t.co/IZLrT4Fomt— AFGE (@AFGENational) February 5, 2026AFSCME:HAPPENING NOW: AFSCME Retiree joins pro-worker members of Congress to urge an investigation into DOGE’s misuse of Social Security data. pic.twitter.com/kOOHLygXt7— AFSCME (@AFSCME) February 11, 2026Alliance for Retired Americans:📣 A note to Dr. Oz, Scott Bessent, Howard Lutnick, and any other Administration official who talks about messing with our retirement: We’re listening. We take you seriously. And we’re going to keep fighting to make sure you don’t win.— Alliance for Retired Americans (@ActiveRetirees) February 11, 2026Amalgamated Transit Union:Local 256-Sacramento, CA. stages action to send message to San Joaquin Regional Transit District Board over concerns on worker discipline and support for current CEO. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #canlab https://t.co/dHwlF0B6tA— ATU, Transit Union (@ATUComm) February 10, 2026American Federation of Teachers:Social Security is fundamental to our social contract as a nation – and today, we’re demanding accountability from the Trump administration for mismanaging millions of Americans’ personal data! Thank you to our Secretary-Treasurer Fed Ingram for representing AFT at today’s press conference.[image or embed]— AFT (@aft.org) February 11, 2026 at 11:11 AMAmerican Postal Workers Union:Talk is Cheap: Safety Matters. 🚨 Join APWU President Jonathan Smith LIVE TONIGHT at 7PM ET/4PM PT as he and special guests address workplace safety and management’s responsibility to ensure safety resources are accessible to everyone. Tune in at https://t.co/Muq4VvkCST pic.twitter.com/CmaUnO43ow— The American Postal Workers Union – APWU (@APWUnational) February 10, 2026Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers:The 42nd Constitutional Convention of the BCTGM International Union will be held July 28-30, 2026 at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Fla.Find full Delegate Eligibility Requirements here 👉 https://t.co/QA8DlDchf9 pic.twitter.com/VkmdLE9FHE— BCTGM International (@BCTGM) February 1, 2026Boilermakers:As we continue to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth, today we feature L-92 #Boilermaker Jamesee Yoakum. pic.twitter.com/RSQlPc1RAg— Boilermakers Union (@boilermakernews) February 9, 2026Bricklayers:Uplifting is what we do! Big thanks to the skilled craftworkers of ADC 1 of IL for kicking off wall panel installation last week at our new Elgin site.#WorksiteWednesday #SkilledTrades #unionstrong #BuildingTomorrowTogether pic.twitter.com/xCiQXtVKn4— Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Union (@IUBAC) February 11, 2026Communications Workers of America:Kicking off our D4 Human Rights Committee series with @CWAUnion 4100 President Sommerville reflecting on the legacy of Carter G. Woodson, the founder of #BlackHistoryMonth. Voices, history, and the fight for dignity, justice, solidarity, & worker power all month long. #CWAStrong pic.twitter.com/iIJ43jcwGp— CWA District 4 (@D4CWA) February 9, 2026Department for Professional Employees:DPE enjoyed the chance to meet with SPEEA members in town for @ifpte.bsky.social’s legislative conference, and to update them on issues facing union professionals. We were joined by Howard University professor Ron Hira.[image or embed]— Department for Professional Employees, AFL-CIO (@dpeaflcio.bsky.social) February 10, 2026 at 5:26 PMElectrical Workers:For @IBEW24 member – and MD state senator – @corymccray, an IBEW apprenticeship wasn’t just a good career move. It changed his life. Now he’s got a new book detailing his own story and how apprenticeships can change young lives across the nation. https://t.co/DiM1SC2ErN pic.twitter.com/LKukzQTT7y— IBEW (@IBEW) February 10, 2026Fire Fighters:🔥 At #StriveforExcellence, #IAFF members can earn Confined Space Rescue certification in just 5 days – blending classroom instruction with hands-on, real-world scenarios. pic.twitter.com/RuS49ORGBl— International Association of Fire Fighters (@IAFFofficial) February 11, 2026International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers:Yesterday @RepDonBeyer and @RepBrianFitz reintroduced the Airborne Act: a bill that would incentivize building owners to conduct indoor air quality assessments & upgrade their ventilation + air filtration systems. This is a great bill for SMART members! https://t.co/ji7euuaNPI— SMART Union (@smartunionworks) February 11, 2026International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers:Special thanks to @ChrisVanHollen for addressing the IFPTE Legislative Week participants pic.twitter.com/ylUZ955xIg— IFPTE (@IFPTE) February 9, 2026International Union of Police Associations:Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs Law Enforcement Associates, I.U.P.A. Local #27 Member Deputy Julie Baker and Mount Baker High School teacher Justin Thibault partnered to save a life! https://t.co/TNSGzXjGmr pic.twitter.com/AcpE5VeA7R— International Union Of Police Associations (@IUPA34233) February 10, 2026Laborers:Whether you’re ensuring a safe work zone or pouring concrete, we all help get the job done. #LIUNABuilds North America with teamwork and #Solidarity. #FeelThePower #Laborers #1U #LIUNA pic.twitter.com/sNcrAUXBir— LIUNA (@LIUNA) February 11, 2026Machinists:IAM Midwest Territory Spec. Rep. Ronnie Gonzalez appeared on @wttw to discuss @DriversIllinois’s effort with IAM Union and @SEIULocal1 to win rideshare drivers in Illinois the right to organize in a union as self-driving cars enter the industry. ⚙️💪🚘 https://t.co/YgWUELnSYY— IAM Union (@IAM_Union) February 10, 2026Major League Baseball Players Association:As we celebrate Black History Month and 60 years of MLBPA solidarity, we recognize the many trailblazers who helped build the union’s foundation and advance the cause of Players through the years. Today, we feature Lou Brock — a 19 year big leaguer, Hall of Famer, 6x All-Star,… pic.twitter.com/EB8G9w33Cg— MLBPA (@MLBPA) February 11, 2026Major League Soccer Players Association:As we celebrate #blackhistorymonth we reflect on the impact black players have had on both our league and the MLSPA. pic.twitter.com/MWaQb6GfM9— MLSPA (@MLSPA) February 11, 2026Maritime Trades Department:MTD Applauds Food for Peace Developmenthttps://t.co/KponOiITBD— Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO (@Maritime_Trades) February 10, 2026National Air Traffic Controllers Association:NATCA’s National Executive Board (NEB) is meeting this Tuesday and Wednesday in Lexington, Ky. Find minutes from the NEB’s recent meetings on our website: https://t.co/pVg7ArtPmQ. pic.twitter.com/5V7Q9J6XvZ— NATCA (@NATCA) February 10, 2026National Association of Letter Carriers:Alamo Branch 421 carrier and Army veteran Ernest Fuentes Jr. was delivering mail in San Antonio, TX, when he saw a truck lose control on a curve in the road and flip over. The four-year letter carrier immediately ran toward the crash, called 911 and helped the driver climb out of… pic.twitter.com/7bCzx8fQM5— Letter Carriers (@NALC_National) February 9, 2026National Day Laborer Organizing Network:Please join our petition by asking the Dodgers not to attend the traditional ceremony at the White House. Ask the team to honor the unity, integrity and diversity they themselves represent.https://t.co/E1zKKvXokH https://t.co/hNlGf14n8h— NDLON (@NDLON) February 5, 2026National Domestic Workers Alliance:Send a message to your member of Congress: fund care, not ICE violence: https://t.co/vnXuwDHz0e pic.twitter.com/LYDWrSEgKg— Domestic Workers (@domesticworkers) February 11, 2026National Hockey League Players’ Association:Today, Martin Fehervary is making his Olympic debut at #MilanoCortina2026 as a first-time dad 🥹 pic.twitter.com/YjY8fjnNpm— NHLPA (@NHLPA) February 11, 2026National Nurses United:Nurses at nine Appalachian Regional Healthcare facilities across Kentucky and West Virginia ratified a three-year contract!Highlights of the contract include:❤️🩹 Wellness days,👩⚕️ Measures to retain and recruit experienced nurses, and🚫 NO takeaways!https://t.co/tEuxNv956y— National Nurses United (@NationalNurses) February 11, 2026NFL Players Association:Because showing up matters 🫶Our 4th annual NFLPA Community MVP Day brought players and students together for a day full of games, connection, and giving back at Emerson Elementary in Oakland.Thanks to School Specialty, The Conscious Kid, and Vituity Cares, the NFLPA’s $5,000… pic.twitter.com/wXYPjBSMag— NFLPA (@NFLPA) February 7, 2026North America’s Building Trades Unions:Stopping work on this nationally critical $16 billion mega project endangers the economic stability of the Northeast Corridor, and the livelihoods of thousands of skilled building trades members and their families.Let our members finish the job.https://t.co/EuRpATEEf5— The Building Trades (@NABTU) February 9, 2026Painters and Allied Trades:Local 740, District Council 5 second-year apprentice Grant Anderson joined our union after working non-union, and he knows that the difference between union and non-union construction can be life or death.The IUPAT is committed to making sure all of our members get home to… pic.twitter.com/HrR9uAIXCt— IUPAT (@GoIUPAT) February 11, 2026Professional Hockey Players’ Association:Thirteen PHPA members representing five countries will take part in the #Milano2026 Olympic Winter Games.Story by @TonyAndrock: https://t.co/t9sUh5xa85 pic.twitter.com/NWdqzddZq1— PHPA (@thephpa) February 6, 2026Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union:Today we recognize women workers, including women of color, whose labor and expertise power our industries every day. Equity on the job means fair pay, safe workplaces, and opportunity for all. #WomenAtWork #UnionStrong #Solidarity pic.twitter.com/AunyLhIwYd— RWDSU (@RWDSU) February 11, 2026Roofers and Waterproofers:As this worker will tell you, it’s not worth sacrificing safety to get the job done: https://t.co/ZytaDogUdz #roofersafety365— Roofers Union (@roofersunion) February 4, 2026SAG-AFTRA:From Puerto Rico to the biggest stage in sports and music. 🏈🎶 Bad Bunny embodies the power of creativity and cultural diversity. We are proud to support our recording artist and dancer #SagAftraMembers who inspire audiences everywhere.— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) February 9, 2026Service Employees International Union:A century of Black history reminds us that today’s fights for fair wages, worker protections, and equity were won through generations of organizing and resistance. Now, as those gains are threatened, we carry that collective power forward. #BlackHistoryMonth pic.twitter.com/9UuaXN86gz— SEIU (@SEIU) February 11, 2026The NewsGuild-CWA:We’re highlighting reporting from @inthesetimesmag on the recent abduction of worker organizer and NewsGuild-CWA member, Eustaquio Orozco Verdusco.We ask that you please sign the petition demanding his release:https://t.co/DUyxx8iKnP pic.twitter.com/NloIWuOgr2— The NewsGuild-CWA (@newsguild) February 10, 2026Theatrical Stage Employees:STRIKE ALERT: IATSE is currently ON STRIKE against the low-budget feature Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater, which is shooting in Chatsworth, CA. pic.twitter.com/K8iw06umYT— IATSE // #IASolidarity (@IATSE) February 10, 2026Transportation Trades Department:Say hello to the brand new @Amtrak Airo train! Rail labor joined Amtrak President Roger Harris & team to tour the brand new fleet…now with cup holders 🥤 pic.twitter.com/hi0aaa0b5R— TTD | America’s Transportation Unions (@TTDAFLCIO) February 11, 2026UAW:”We all feel that there is something broken in the covenant with the American people. It’s as if the whole country has a low-grade fever. And we all feel it regardless of our politics. We may not agree on how to fix it, but we all feel it.And the question is how we can find… pic.twitter.com/s3yLt3DDLc— UAW (@UAW) February 11, 2026Union Veterans Council:Let’s see what @DeptVetAffairs #Collibs has to say about OUR VA. #vanotforsale pic.twitter.com/x3dfCAh1F3— Union Veterans Council🪖✊ (@unionveterans) February 11, 2026UNITE HERE:❤️💛💚 BLACK HISTORY MONTH LEADER SPOTLIGHTS ✨Meet Latonia Marshall, Room Attendant at Blackstone Hotel & Secretary of the Local 1 Executive Board🗣️ “…Black women have always organized, protected families & built movements. I carry that legacy with pride…” pic.twitter.com/vYmEKtqzcp— UNITE HERE (@unitehere) February 11, 2026United Food and Commercial Workers:More than 80 workers at 8 Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams locations in Ohio have joined Local 1059!These workers are ready to lead the charge and bargaining a contract that cements Jeni’s as a great place to work in the city where the company was founded.https://t.co/r8re7Ado3C pic.twitter.com/qFjQypAvki— UFCW (@UFCW) February 10, 2026United Steelworkers:Today, we continue our Black History Month celebration by honoring Rosina Corrothers Tucker. She organized the women behind the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and pushed labor and civil rights forward—from the shop floor to Congress. pic.twitter.com/iQJoO9W5lj— United Steelworkers Union (@steelworkers) February 11, 2026Writers Guild of America East:Today, WGAE members at CBS News 24/7 begin negotiations for their third union contract with CBS/Paramount management. Workers delivered a solidarity pledge to management today signed by 100% of the unit, showing workers stand united in demanding a fair contract![image or embed]— Writers Guild of America East (@wgaeast.bsky.social) February 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 02/11/2026 – 12:33
Take Action: Are You Better Off Than One Year Ago?
Take Action: Are You Better Off Than One Year Ago?
In his pre–Super Bowl interview, President Trump was asked when prices are going to come down for struggling families.His response? “They’ve already come down.”Are you kidding? What country is President Trump living in?!
Most Americans say they’re still struggling just to make ends meet. President Trump promised to “make America affordable again,” but instead this administration and its allies in Congress spent the past year driving up costs, holding down wages and letting jobs disappear. President Trump may think he’s already fixed the cost of living, but every member of Congress needs to hear just how badly working families are being squeezed. Tell Congress it needs to do its job and address this affordability crisis now. Let’s take a look at what President Trump and his allies were busy doing instead of addressing the outrageous cost of living:Dismantling government agencies and pushing out workers who provide essential services that working families depend on.Ripping health care from millions and making it more unaffordable for everyone.Committing the single biggest act of union-busting in history, launching a brutal assault on immigrant workers and communities across the country, and attacking our most fundamental rights, including the freedom of speech.Jeopardizing infrastructure and clean energy projects that support thousands of good union jobs and would help keep energy bills from skyrocketing.Making billionaires richer and corporations more powerful and unleashing untested artificial intelligence (AI) technology without guardrails—threatening jobs, safety, and workers’ and civil rights.And that’s just a partial list. One year into President Trump’s second term, working people’s lives are more expensive and less free. It’s clear this administration only cares about putting even more money in the pockets of billionaire CEOs and Big Tech companies while the rest of us struggle to get by. Trump broke his promise to make life more affordable for working families. And it couldn’t be more apparent: He and his allies aren’t going to prioritize helping working people.This is why Congress must do something to help the millions of Americans struggling to make ends meet as a result of those actions. And we will hold them accountable. As the 2026 campaign kicks into gear, working people will remember each and every broken promise—and they will work to elect leaders who will help us build an economy for workers, not billionaire bosses.
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 02/11/2026 – 12:09
Black History Month Profiles: Kurleigh Tudor
Black History Month Profiles: Kurleigh Tudor
For Black History Month, we’re taking a look at a group of leaders who are currently actively making Black history across the labor movement. Check back daily for a new profile and meet some of the people working to improve not only their community, but also to improve conditions for working people across the country. Today’s profile is Kurleigh Tudor of the Professional Aviation Safety Specialists (PASS).
Kurleigh Tudor is a National Airspace System area specialist in New York. “The importance of being a union member to me is being able to advocate for policies and legislation that benefit the members I’m representing while giving us a voice on important matters. Also, the union provides for professional development and networking opportunities that benefits our career.”
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 02/11/2026 – 10:05
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Service & Solidarity Spotlight: USW Approves New Agreement with Libbey Glass; Secures Powerful Wage Increases
Service & Solidarity Spotlight: USW Approves New Agreement with Libbey Glass; Secures Powerful Wage Increases
Working people across the United States regularly step up to help out our friends, neighbors and communities during these trying times. In our Service & Solidarity Spotlight series, we’ll showcase one of these stories every day. Here’s today’s story.
United Steelworkers (USW) Locals 59M and 700T members have ratified their new collective bargaining agreements with Libbey Glass in Toledo, Ohio. This victory officially ends the monthslong unfair labor practice strike against the company.Members of USW Locals 59M, 700T and 65T, along with IAM Union Local 1297, first walked off the job in August 2025 when management continued to demand concessions even after the bargaining units made major sacrifices in previous contracts to save Libbey Glass from bankruptcy. Workers stood strong and walked the picket line throughout a difficult winter, securing powerful wage increases and successfully fighting back against concession demands.“We took care of each other. We had donations from other locals. We had support from the international union. All of that got us through,” said Dave Nelson, president of Local 59M. “Our motto from day one was ‘one day longer, one day stronger.’”“We stuck together,” Local 700T President Joyce Marland said. “The members showed that they believe in each other.”
Kenneth Quinnell
Wed, 02/11/2026 – 09:59
UAW Members Take Working Class Agenda to Capitol Hill on Day 3 of 2026 National CAP Conference
UAW members took the union’s working-class agenda to Capitol Hill on Tuesday, lobbying political leaders to support legislation advancing the union’s four core issues.
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APWU President Jonathan Smith Hosts First Livestream
On Tuesday, Feb. 10, APWU President Jonathan Smith hosted his first livestream. Titled “Talk Is Cheap, Safety Matters,” President Smith spoke about the need for vigilance and action from individuals, local unions, and the national union to better protect postal workers’ health. Postal workers work every day in a dangerous, highly industrialized environment filled with […]
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Carmeuse Lime and Stone Teamsters Ratify New Contract
(GARY, Ind.) — A group of 60 workers at Carmeuse Lime and Stone in Indiana, represented by Teamsters Local 142, have overwhelmingly ratified a strong new contract. The three-year agreement delivers substantial wage increases, protects benefits, and includes zero concessions from members.
“Our members have made this company a global leader in the calcium-based mineral industry,” said Jeff Gideon, Vice President of Local 142. “They play a critical role in processing the limestone and lime products essential for steelmaking, environmental treatment, construction, and agriculture. This contract ensures that their compensation reflects the vital nature of that work.”
This unified group of Teamsters rejected the first two contract offers and held the line for an agreement that they deserved. They stood firm and have now ratified a strong new contract that honors their work.
“I am so proud of my union brothers for sticking together. Thank you to Local 142 for having our backs and negotiating a fair contract that we can be proud of,” said Tony Kostelnick, a steward and 37-year Teamster.
Teamsters Local 142 represents 3,200 workers in a wide variety of industries throughout Northwest Indiana. For more information, go to teamsters142.org.
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Denise Heath Appointed IAM Special Assistant to the International President
IAM Union International President Brian Bryant has appointed Denise Heath as Special Assistant to the International President, effective Feb. 1, 2026. In her new role, Heath will focus on supporting IAM members covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA)—particularly non-aerospace SCA members—while helping to expand the IAM Union’s presence, strength, and organizing capacity in this
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