The United Auto Workers (UAW) union, led by President Shawn Fain, is preparing for a potential strike as contract negotiations with the Big Three Detroit automakers become more contentious, with the union requesting substantial pay raises, an end to wage tiers, restoration of pensions for new hires, cost-of-living increases, and other benefits.
United Auto Workers members have overwhelmingly authorized a strike against General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis during ongoing contract negotiations, with an average of 97% of members supporting the action, although the final votes are still being counted.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain is prepared to initiate strikes against General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis if necessary, as the contract negotiations reach an expiration deadline, and charges of unfair labor practices have been filed against GM and Stellantis by the union, increasing the likelihood of a strike.
United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain is pushing for a 32-hour work week for 40 hours of pay, inspired by successful trials of shorter work weeks by companies like Microsoft, but automakers are unlikely to approve the proposal due to logistical challenges and cost.
The president of the United Auto Workers union, Shawn Fain, who has only been in office for six months, could lead strikes by 145,000 members of his union at General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis starting this Friday, potentially impacting the American economy and the 2024 presidential election.
The United Auto Workers union will strike against Detroit automakers if labor deals are not reached by Thursday's deadline, according to UAW President Shawn Fain.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) president, Shawn Fain, has rallied workers ahead of a possible strike against Detroit's "Big Three" carmakers, highlighting workers' loss while companies profit, which may test President Biden's support for unions as strikes could potentially damage the economy.
Ford CEO Jim Farley accuses United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain of not taking bargaining seriously and blames him for not showing up to negotiate, as they face a strike deadline.
With labor contracts set to expire at major US automakers, targeted strikes by autoworkers could disrupt production and potentially lead to a historic strike at General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, highlighting the future of manufacturing jobs in America while impacting the local and national economies.
Auto workers have initiated a series of strikes after failing to reach an agreement with the three largest US manufacturers over a new contract, marking a major industrial labor action and targeting all three Detroit carmakers simultaneously.
UAW President Shawn Fain is injecting chaos into negotiations with striking autoworkers, implementing a unique strike strategy to maximize leverage and keep the automakers guessing, while also pressuring President Joe Biden by withholding the union's endorsement and criticizing his support.
The leader of the United Auto Workers, Shawn Fain, is frustrated with President Joe Biden and other Democratic lawmakers for not coming out more aggressively in support of his union during their strike against the Big Three automakers.
The United Auto Workers strike against the Big Three automakers continues as negotiations over pay and benefits remain far apart, affecting thousands of workers and causing temporary layoffs at nonstriking plants.
Talks between the Detroit Three automakers and the United Auto Workers continue with workers on strike, as President Joe Biden sends a team to help resolve the strike.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain rejected a 21% pay increase from Stellantis as nearly 13,000 auto workers continued their third day of picketing outside three plants in Michigan, Missouri, and Ohio.
UAW President Shawn Fain gives the Big Three automakers an ultimatum, stating that if they do not make substantial progress towards a fair agreement by Friday, September 22, more members will join the "stand up" strike.
The United Auto Workers strike presents a risk to the U.S. economy, but it also demonstrates that workers are advocating for their fair share in a strong macroeconomy, according to Council of Economic Advisers Chair Jared Bernstein.
The United Auto Workers union is set to escalate their strike against the Big Three automakers in an effort to combat stagnant wages and other concessions, with UAW President Shawn Fain expected to announce which plants will join the strike next.
US autoworkers are striking against General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis (formerly Chrysler) to fight for fair wages and benefits, as well as taking on the power of the billionaire class represented by Stellantis chairman John Elkann and his wealthy family dynasty.
The United Auto Workers continue negotiations with the Detroit Three automakers on day 13 of the strike, as former President Donald Trump visits Michigan to speak at an auto supplier and show his support, while the union seeks greater support from President Biden for a transition to electric vehicles.
The president of the United Auto Workers union claims that striking autoworkers have faced attacks on picket lines by contractors hired by the automakers in multiple states including Michigan, Massachusetts, and California.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain calls for an additional 7,000 workers to go on strike, expanding the walkouts to a General Motors plant in Lansing, Michigan, and a Ford plant in Chicago, as Ford and GM refuse to make meaningful progress at the bargaining table.
United Auto Workers President Sean Fain is expected to announce the union's next moves in its ongoing strike against Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, using a strategy of striking at certain plants and incrementally adding more targets to pressure the automakers.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain will announce whether recent intensified bargaining with the Detroit Three automakers has made enough progress to prevent further walkouts in a video address scheduled for 2 p.m. EDT.
UAW President Shawn Fain made progress in contract talks with automakers, including securing coverage for battery workers under the same contract, although negotiations are still ongoing.
The president of the United Auto Workers urges union members to continue their strike against Detroit carmakers, highlighting the importance of the labor movement and the fight against corporate greed.
The United Auto Workers union escalated its strike against Ford by ordering workers to go on strike at the company's largest plant, the Kentucky Truck Plant, after negotiations failed to yield a satisfactory contract agreement.
The United Auto Workers union escalated its strikes against Detroit Three automakers by walking off their jobs at Ford's Kentucky truck plant, affecting the largest and most profitable Ford plant in the world.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain will provide an update on negotiations with Detroit’s Big Three automakers amid ongoing strikes, with the union warning of potential further action if needed, as they work towards their demands for wage hikes, pension restoration, and other benefits.
The United Auto Workers' strike at Ford's Kentucky truck plant raises concerns about the spread of the economic effects of the work stoppage and the potential for more aggressive strikes against other automakers such as GM and Stellantis.
The United Auto Workers union president, Shawn Fain, is warning of potential further action as negotiations with Detroit's Big Three automakers continue amid ongoing strikes at increasingly valuable automotive facilities.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) president, Shawn Fain, announced that the union is prepared to expand its strike against the Big Three automakers at any time, marking a new phase in their fight for better contracts.
The United Auto Workers escalated their action against Ford after receiving the same offer as two weeks ago, resulting in a strike that shut down Ford's Kentucky truck plant and led to temporary layoffs.
Americans overwhelmingly support unionized autoworkers in their strike against major car companies, with 76% siding with the workers, according to a CNN poll, despite most saying that elected officials should not get involved in labor disputes.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain is expected to provide an update on the progress of negotiations with Detroit's Big Three automotive companies as the historic strike reaches its 35th day.
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain has stated that the union's strike against Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis will continue as there is still more to be won in the negotiations.
United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain is close to reaching a deal with all three unionized automakers, but further strikes at plants may be necessary to secure final concessions on wage increases, retirement benefits, job security measures, and including future battery plant workers in the contract.
United Auto Workers union leader Shawn Fain's combative stance and "audacious" demands for better pay and benefits have raised questions about whether he has a clear plan to end the strikes against Detroit's automakers.
The president of the United Auto Workers union, Shawn Fain, who has orchestrated massive strikes costing billions to the American economy, is being advised by career socialist activists aiming to keep the auto industry "wounded for months" and push their hard-left agenda.
The United Automobile Workers union's strike is seen as a step toward better pay for both union and nonunion autoworkers, as the U.S. automakers claim nonunion rivals put them at a disadvantage while labor leaders hope for increased unionization in Southern states.
United Auto Workers union leader Shawn Fain faces questions about his endgame as the strikes against Detroit's automakers continue, with concerns that high expectations for pay and benefits could lead to a weak settlement and setbacks for the union's expansion plans.
As the United Auto Workers union strike continues, analysts and workers question if UAW leader Shawn Fain has a clear plan to bring the strikes to a close and if his high demands for pay and benefits risk disappointing union members.
Shawn Fain's rise within the United Automobile Workers was aided by a group called Unite All Workers for Democracy, which aimed to make the union more confrontational and topple the ruling party.
