UAW Launches Surprise Strike at Ford Kentucky Plant, Raising Stakes in Ongoing Contract Talks with Automakers
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UAW called a surprise strike at Ford's Kentucky Truck plant, shutting down production of profitable Super Duty pickups and Navigator SUVs.
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The walkout raises pressure on GM and Stellantis as UAW contract talks continue.
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UAW President Fain says the union is willing to expand strikes to hit automakers' profits amid slow progress in talks.
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Ford says the Kentucky strike is "grossly irresponsible" but analysts see it as UAW leverage before an eventual deal.
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UAW has now launched strikes at key plants responsible for billions in revenue for the Detroit 3 automakers.
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