UAW Statement on the Passing of USW President Leo W. Gerard
We mourn the passing of Leo W. Gerard, former International President of the United Steelworkers, whose life was dedicated to advancing the cause of working people around the world. Gerard was a tireless advocate for global solidarity. He understood that the fight for workers’ rights could not stop at national borders, and he worked to […]
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Teamsters, Firefighters Union Call for Boycott of Sutphen Corporation
(DUBLIN, Ohio) – The International Brotherhood of Teamsters and the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) are calling on local governments and fire divisions across the United States and Canada to boycott the Dublin, Ohio-based Sutphen Corporation for refusing to offer workers a fair contract. Production workers represented by Teamsters Local 284 have been on an […]
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Menzies Aviation Workers at LAX Ratify Strong Teamsters Contract
(LOS ANGELES) – Nearly 100 Menzies Aviation fuelers at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), represented by Teamsters Local 986, have overwhelmingly ratified a new collective bargaining agreement that delivers major improvements to wages, benefits, and working conditions. The agreement comes after a credible strike threat and months of hard-fought negotiations in which workers twice rejected […]
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Albertsons Teamsters Ratify Strong Contract
(ORANGE, Calif.) – After months of negotiations, more than 1,600 Albertsons drivers, warehouse, clerical, and maintenance workers represented by Teamsters Local 952 have overwhelmingly ratified a powerful new five-year collective bargaining agreement that delivers significant gains in wages, benefits, and job protections. “We made it clear to Albertsons management that our members would not settle […]
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Vermont Teamsters Unanimously Ratify Contract at Travel Kuz
(BRATTLEBORO, Vt.) – Teamsters Local 597 bus drivers and monitors voted unanimously to ratify a new five-year agreement at Travel Kuz, a subsidiary of Beacon Mobility. The new contract delivers increased wages, stronger retirement and health care benefits, and key picket line protection language. “This group has been put through a lot by the company, […]
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The New Strike Manual is Updated and Available
The IAM is proud to announce the release of its updated Strike Manual, a comprehensive guide designed to support members, locals and districts before, during, and after a strike. This easy-to-use resource covers every step of the process—from strike authorization votes and legal requirements to communications strategies, picket-line operations, and member support. The manual reflects
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Statement from IAM Union: Our Membership-Ratified Proposal is Real; Boeing is Spreading Lies
ST. LOUIS, Sept. 23, 2025– Jody Bennett, IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) Resident General Vice President, issued the following statement in response to Boeing Defense’s lie about the IAM District 837 membership-ratified proposal not being real: “Boeing’s attempt to dismiss the IAM District 837 membership-ratified proposal, overwhelmingly approved by the striking men and
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Michigan Teamsters Win Strong First Contract at National Trails
(DETROIT) – Bus drivers, monitors, and mechanics at National Trails who provide transportation services for Detroit Public Schools have overwhelmingly ratified their first collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 243. The four-year contract includes substantial wage increases, sick leave, holiday pay, and key union protections. “As Teamsters, we know an organizing campaign is not complete […]
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Boston Teamsters Win Republic Services Strike
(WASHINGTON) – Republic Services workers represented by Teamsters Local 25 have won an historic strike against the multibillion-dollar waste corporation, ratifying a new contract by a powerful 92 percent margin. “Republic Services torched tens of millions of dollars to force this unnecessary strike and drag it out in a failed attempt to break our members’ […]
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UAW Members at GE Aerospace Approve New Contract
After an intense three weeks on strike, the picket lines in Evendale, OH and Erlanger, KY are winding down as UAW Local 647 members at GE Aerospace voted by 82% to approve a new five-year contract today.
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