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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 The post IAM Union Opposes NLRB Nominees Until Unjustly Fired Member Wilcox is Reinstated appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

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 The post Next Generation of IAM Union Highlights Election-Year Virginia State Council appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

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 The post IAM Union Urges Members of Congress to Support Federal Contract Workers Amid Government Shutdown appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

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 […] The post Third Day of APWU All Craft Conference Closes Strong appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

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 […] The post Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Lead Green Initiatives appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

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 […] The post Climate Justice Session Encourages Member-Led Green Initiatives appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

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 […] The post Jonathan Smith Elected APWU National President appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

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 The post Kyle Carroll Appointed Air Transport Territory Special Representative appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Second Day of the APWU All Craft Wraps

The second day of the APWU All Craft Conference started early with a presentation about Private Sector Organizing, including a presentation from Amazon worker Laurie Masterson, who is currently organizing a union in a Bellingham, MA, Amazon facility. The Maintenance Division held regional breakouts for delegates to address issues specific to their region and strategize […] The post Second Day of the APWU All Craft Wraps appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Private Sector Presentation Met with Warm Welcome, Overwhelming Solidarity

On Tuesday at 8:00 a.m., the Private Sector Organizing team hosted a presentation to highlight the importance of organizing efforts for postal workers and Amazon workers fighting to form a union. The panel featured Amazon worker Laurie Masterson, sharing her own experiences fighting the trillion-dollar corporation’s aggressive anti-union campaign. APWU lead field organizer Rich Shelley […] The post Private Sector Presentation Met with Warm Welcome, Overwhelming Solidarity appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

IAM Union Condemns Trump Administration for Threat to Withhold Backpay from Federal Workers

WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) released the following statement: “The IAM Union stands with every federal employee and federal contractor who has been forced to endure furloughs because of political brinkmanship. The reported threat by the Trump Administration to withhold The post IAM Union Condemns Trump Administration for Threat to Withhold Backpay from Federal Workers appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Government Shutdown: Share Your Story

The federal government remains shut down, and your Union wants to hear how this shutdown is directly or indirectly affecting members by sharing their experiences. Thousands of IAM Union and NFFE-IAM members work for federal agencies, federal contractors, or in industries heavily reliant on federally funded projects. A government shutdown means missed paychecks, halted contracts, The post Government Shutdown: Share Your Story appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Independent Expert Board Finds Mexico Failing to Honor Labor Obligations Under USMCA Trade Agreement

For the first time, the Independent Mexico Labor Expert Board (IMLEB), has found that Mexico has failed to live up to its labor obligations under the c (USMCA). IMLEB is a body created by the US Congress under the USMCA to monitor and report on Mexico’s implementation and enforcement of necessary labor reforms. In its […] The post Independent Expert Board Finds Mexico Failing to Honor Labor Obligations Under USMCA Trade Agreement appeared first on UAW | United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America.Continue reading→

IAM District 6 Members Support Homeless Veterans in Des Moines

After last year’s District 6 HELPS backpack drive for Homeless Veterans Stand Down, IAM members expanded their commitment in 2025 by making the Des Moines Stand Down an official District HELPS event. IAM Locals across the District donated funds, with District 6 matching the contributions, for a total of $1,150 in support, along with donated The post IAM District 6 Members Support Homeless Veterans in Des Moines appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

IAM Southern States Join Together to Build Legislative and Political Power

The proud IAM members of the Southern Territory gathered for the Southern States Conference in Biloxi, Miss. to strategize together for the defense and growth of the union and worker power in the South. IAM Southern Territory General Vice President Craig Martin reminded delegates of why political activism and coming together with legislative allies is The post IAM Southern States Join Together to Build Legislative and Political Power appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

Coalition of Black Trade Unionists Highlights Federal Workers Under Siege

The Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) Region II, which represents the Mid-Atlantic, recently held its conference in the Washington, D.C. area. The hot topic was how struggling federal workers are coping under the current government shutdown and staffing cuts.   The post Coalition of Black Trade Unionists Highlights Federal Workers Under Siege appeared first on IAM Union.Continue reading→

APWU 2025 All Craft Conference Begins

On Monday, Oct. 6, the APWU 2025 All-Craft Conference began. The Clerk, Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Service, and Support Services Divisions of the APWU came together in Las Vegas to discuss important updates and train members on how to best support and uplift their coworkers and postal services. Maintenance Division Opens with a General Session for […] The post APWU 2025 All Craft Conference Begins appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→

Legislative Conference Prepares Members to “Fight for Our Future”

The APWU Legislative and Political Department hosted a Legislative Conference, which took place on Sunday, Oct. 5. Attendees engaged in educational workshops, before moving to regional breakouts, and then culminating with a general session and panel. Delegates attended workshops on a variety of subjects including, Understanding the Hatch Act; Holding Your Representatives Accountable with Legislative […] The post Legislative Conference Prepares Members to “Fight for Our Future” appeared first on American Postal Workers Union.Continue reading→