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IAM Union, TCU/IAM Stand with Striking Long Island Rail Road Members Fighting for Fair Contract
The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) and Transportation Communications Union (TCU/IAM) are standing in full solidarity with IAM and TCU/IAM members on strike at the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), alongside fellow union workers in a coalition representing 3,500 railroad employees. The strike began at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, May 16 after
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IAM Union Applauds Senator Baldwin for Strong Support of American Shipbuilding
The IAM Union thanks U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin for her continued leadership and strong support for revitalizing America’s domestic shipbuilding industry and protecting union jobs across the maritime sector. Baldwin recently joined U.S. Sens. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Todd Young (R-Ind.), and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) in calling on President Trump to stand firm against China’s unfair
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IAM Union Joins Launch of USA Shipbuilding Coalition to Rebuild America’s Shipbuilding Strength
The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), as a member of the newly-formed USA Shipbuilding Coalition, is helping to lead the charge in pressing Congress to save the nation’s shipbuilding industry through measures like the SHIPS for America Act. The joint industry-union coalition brings labor and management together in a unified effort
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Legacy of Safety: The Jackie Jones Educational Program
The third District 141 Safety Summit was recently held at the William W Winpisinger Education Center, where representatives from American Airlines and Spirit gathered to discuss critical operational protocols. Participants engaged in comprehensive training regarding GSAP procedures, accident investigations, and labor laws that will better serve the Airline union members. Watch the video here. The
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IAM Leadership Program Builds Skills, Confidence and Union Power
Darnell Miller, an IAM Local 2053 welder from the Midwest, is taking new skills and renewed confidence back home after attending the IAM William W. Winpisinger Center’s Leadership I program. The comprehensive training covered key areas including political advocacy, contract negotiations and building stronger local union leadership — giving members the tools to become more
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Unity and Advocacy at the IAM Union’s North Carolina State Council
The IAM Union’s North Carolina State Council recently brought together more than 40 IAM Union members for specialized training and political strategy. Watch the video report here. Participants like IAM Local 1725 member Christian Good emphasized the event’s dual focus—strengthening workplace representation through shop steward education and addressing legislative threats to labor rights. Speakers highlighted
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IAM Leaders Tour Norfolk Southern Roadway Shop, Highlight Skilled Trades and Leadership Development
IAM District 19 representatives recently toured the Norfolk Southern Roadway shop in Charlotte, N.C., where skilled IAM Union machinists rebuild and fabricate heavy railway maintenance equipment critical to railroad operations. The visit showcased the expertise and craftsmanship of IAM members while also highlighting the IAM’s Leadership Excellence Assembly of Dedicated Sisters (LEADS) program, an initiative
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Jeff Wheeler Appointed IAM Associate General Counsel
IAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Jeff Wheeler as Associate General Counsel in the IAM Legal Department, effective April 20, 2026. Wheeler brings decades of experience fighting for workers and advancing labor rights from nearly every corner of the labor movement — including as a union attorney, organizer, local union president, educator and international
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IAM District 725 Business Representative Honored for Military Bravery
The USO (United Service Organizations Inc.) has recognized U.S. Air National Guard Master Sgt. Jon Osterhout, an IAM District 725 Business Representative, for his extraordinary service and bravery. Osterhout was honored for voluntarily accepting a high-risk, short-notice deployment to Saudi Arabia in 2025, demonstrating exceptional dedication to his country.
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IAM Union Calls on Leonardo DRS to End Lockout of West Plains Workers and Return to Fair Negotiations
WEST PLAINS, Mo., May 11, 2026 – The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is calling on Leonardo DRS to immediately end its lockout of more than 285 IAM Local 2782 (District 9) members in West Plains, Mo., and return to the bargaining table with a commitment to reach a fair agreement
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