The Latest Breaking News from the United Auto Workers

General Motors layoffs: GM replaces over 1,000 workers with 50 robots at US flagship plant in Michigan, says "we are implementing..."

General Motors Detroit plant robots: General Motors has introduced 50 collaborative robots at its Factory Zero plant, a move that has led to over 1,000 job cuts. While GM states these 'cobots' are designed to assist workers and improve conditions, the United Auto Workers union strongly criticizes the decision, viewing…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

‘Where are the jobs?’: as US autoworkers face offshoring, Democrats vie to win votes

Workers who voted for Trump and Republicans in recent elections are now being hit with offshoring and the impacts of tariffs – but can Democrats sway them?

The Guardian - US · Jun 1

Workers at Kentucky electric vehicle battery production complex start drive to unionize

Workers hired for an electric vehicle battery production complex in Kentucky have launched a campaign to join the United Auto Workers

The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2024

UAW files objection to Mercedes vote, accuses company of intimidating workers

The United Auto Workers on Friday accused Mercedes of interfering in last week's union election at two Alabama factories

The Independent UK · May 24, 2024

In Historic Election, Volkswagen Workers In Tennessee Vote To Unionize

Volkswagen workers in Tennessee voted decisively to become a union shop, according to election results released Friday, marking the first victory for organized labor at a foreign-owned auto plant in the American South.

International Business Times · Apr 20, 2024

Here are some of the guests who represent the themes of tonight's State of the Union

The guest list includes a woman whose sister was killed in the Uvalde shooting, the United Auto Workers president, and a naval officer who helped protect ships from Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.

WEKU · Mar 7, 2024

Why labor is losing even as unions win

Union membership is not keeping up with workforce growth

Salon · Mar 4, 2024

Why Labor Is Losing Even as It Wins

Weak laws embolden combative employers, so even with big wins and all-time high support, union membership is not keeping up with workforce growth.

Capital & Main · Feb 22, 2024

The UAW endorsed Biden — and panned Republican frontrunner Trump as a 'scab'

Most of the country's other big unions endorsed President Biden in the earliest days of his reelection campaign. But the United Auto Workers held back until today.

WEKU · Jan 24, 2024

Are Unions About to Reverse 40 Years of Decline?

A rare mix of big strike wins, broad public support and a labor-friendly economy could drive union membership growth.

Capital & Main · Dec 15, 2023