UAW Strike Against Automakers Enters 5th Week, Resulting in Nearly 5,000 Layoffs and $5.5B Economic Loss

Nearly 5,000 autoworkers have been laid off since the UAW strike against GM, Ford, and Stellantis began 4 weeks ago.

The automakers say they have no choice but to reduce production and lay off workers due to the strike impacting their supply chain.

The UAW is demanding higher wages, better benefits, and more job security protections. Talks are continuing but no end to the strike is in sight.

GM has reached a deal to end a strike in Canada, but UAW talks in the U.S. are still ongoing.

Economists estimate the strike has so far cost the U.S. economy $5.5 billion in lost wages and production.