UAW Statement on the Passing of Kent Wong
The UAW mourns the passing of Kent Wong, who dedicated his life to defending and advocating for the rights of working people in the Los Angeles area and beyond. Deeply committed to social and economic justice, Wong served as director of the UCLA Labor Center for over 30 years, mentoring and inspiring countless students and […]
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IAM Union Opposes NLRB Nominees Until Unjustly Fired Member Wilcox is Reinstated
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9, 2025 — The 600-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), is opposing the nominations of Crystal Carey for General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and Scott Mayer and James Murphy for NLRB Members. The IAM Union is urging the U.S. Senate to take no action on
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Next Generation of IAM Union Highlights Election-Year Virginia State Council
The Virginia IAM Council meeting featured several speakers discussing labor issues and political activism. Speakers such as Charles Mann, the council’s president, emphasized the importance of member security, compensation, and safety, and the need to vote in upcoming Virginia elections for supportive labor candidates, given that all major statewide offices and delegate seats are up
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IAM Union Urges Members of Congress to Support Federal Contract Workers Amid Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9, 2025 – The 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), the nation’s largest aerospace, defense and Service Contract Act labor union, is calling on members of Congress to pass the bipartisan Fair Pay for Federal Contractors Act (S. 2963 / H.R. 5657). The legislation would ensure federal contract workers
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Breaking Barriers and Driving Change at the IAM Human Rights Conference
IAM Union members highlight why these gatherings are vital—bringing people together to share knowledge, build solidarity, and fuel the fight for justice and equality everywhere.
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Third Day of APWU All Craft Conference Closes Strong
The third day of the APWU All Craft Conference ended on a strong note. While Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Service, and Support Services all held conferences and workshops, the Clerk Division and Retirees held general sessions to wrap up their official business. Clerk Division Conference Wraps All-Craft 2025 The Clerk Division gathered in Las Vegas at […]
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Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Lead Green Initiatives
Early on the third day of the APWU All Craft Conference, APWU Executive Vice President Debby Szeredy hosted a climate justice session for APWU members who are interested in addressing climate change at their postal installations and in their communities. Szeredy opened the meeting by encouraging attendees to talk to members at their locals and […]
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Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Led Green Initiatives
Early on the third day of the APWU All Craft Conference, APWU Executive Vice President Debby Szeredy hosted a climate justice session for APWU members interested in addressing climate change at their postal installations and in their communities. Szeredy opened the meeting by encouraging attendees to talk to members at their locals and state union […]
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Jonathan Smith Elected APWU National President
Jonathan Smith (New York Metro Area Postal Union) was elected as APWU National President in the APWU Election of National Officers as votes were tallied on Oct. 7. Debby Szeredy was reelected as Executive Vice President, Tony D. McKinnon, Sr. (North Carolina State APWU) was elected Southern Region Coordinator, and Kimberly A. Maurer (Twin Cities […]
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Kyle Carroll Appointed Air Transport Territory Special Representative
IAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Kyle Carroll as a Special Representative to the IAM Air Transport Territory, effective Oct. 1, 2025. With an extensive background in the airline industry and a deep commitment to growing the labor movement through organizing, Carroll brings a wealth of experience to his new role. “Kyle represents the
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