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‘Our blood, our sweat, our tears’: how textile artist Tabitha Arnold weaves the US labor movement

The Tennessee socialist and labor organizer creates art that reflects and inspires organizers and workers

The Guardian - US

Michigan Senate candidates tell Washington Democrats: Show some spine

Three Senate candidates in Michigan are unified around demand for Democrats to stand their ground on shutdown fight

The Independent UK

Trump told a Ford worker ‘you’re fired’ after being told a ‘pedophile protector’, but the union’s response shows it doesn’t work that way

Constitutional rights still exist.

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Michigan Democratic Senate hopefuls tout their union bona fides

The leading Democratic candidates in Michigan’s critical Senate race all pitched themselves as strong union allies during a forum Wednesday.

Roll Call

‘We got your back’: Michigan Ford worker who heckled Trump was not disciplined by union, report says

The worker called the president a ‘pedophile protector’ during a January event at a Ford plant

The Independent UK

Pro wrestling legend Jim Cornette makes a huge donation to suspended worker who heckled U.S. President Trump in public

“If anyone knows TJ Sabula I have a thank-you, a handshake and a check for $5,000 ready for him”: Wrestling legend Jim Cornette backs Ford worker after Trump clash

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Union Vows Protection for Ford Worker Targeted by Trump's Vulgarity

Union vows protection for Ford worker targeted by Trump's vulgarity in Dearborn plant clash, as UAW defends free speech amid suspension, GoFundMe surge, and polarised reactions over pedophile protector heckle.

International Business Times UK

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Ford Employee Who Heckled Trump Gets UAW Support: 'Freedom Of Speech'

During a recent visit to Ford’s factory in Dearborn, Michigan, President Trump was heckled by a factory employee working on the floor. In a 30-second video obtained by TMZ, the employee is heard allegedly calling Trump a "pedophile protector."

Motor1

Stellantis to increase U.S. production by 50%

The automaker formerly known as Fiat Chrysler announced plans to invest $13 billion over four years in the U.S. and add more than 5,000 jobs here.

Axios

Stellantis Boss Confirms 'Beautiful' Ram Mid-Size Truck For 2027

It’s been two years since UAW Vice President Rich Boyer announced the Belvidere, Illinois, factory would reopen to build a new mid-size truck. However, we had to wait until this past January for Ram to confirm plans to fill the gap left in 2011 when the Dakota was discontinued. Better…

Motor1

Labor Dispute Eases As UAW, GE Aerospace Agree On Tentative Pact

United Auto Workers members at GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) facilities in Ohio and Kentucky have reached a preliminary agreement with the company, potentially ending a weeks-long labor dispute.

Benzinga

Ford Recall Woes Continue With Over 800,000 Vehicles In US Grappling With Brake, Airbag Or Tail Light Issues

Ford Motor Co. (NYSE:F) has issued a recall for over 800,000 vehicles in the U.S. over three separate issues affecting its models as recall woes worsen for the company.

Benzinga

UAW Secures Union Victory At Ford's Kentucky EV Battery Plant, Calls Out 'Anti-Democratic' Tactics

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union claimed victory at Ford Motor Co.'s (NYSE:F) BlueOval SK Kentucky battery manufacturing plant, paving the way for unionization.

Benzinga

Trump basher Shawn Fain could get booted as head of UAW as auto locals blast his leadership

Fain has previously called President Donald Trump a ‘scab’

The Independent UK

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Ford-Owned Battery Plant Drags Heels on Union Vote

BlueOval SK workers asked for a union vote six months ago. Trump administration changes could extend delays.

The Independent UK

Submarine designers in Connecticut say they'll strike on May 18 if contract deal isn't reached

About 2,500 workers at submarine builder Electric Boat shipyard in Connecticut plan to strike on May 18 if a tentative contract agreement is not reached with the submarine builder

Fortune

Getting good jobs out of Trump’s tariff policy demands a labor movement his administration is bent on kneecapping, labor historian says

Even if tariffs bring back millions of jobs, businesses will still try to pay as little as possible, unless forced to act otherwise.

InsideEVs

Hyundai's Tariff Strategy: 'Sell Like Hell'

The current state of the auto industry feels a lot like a scene from The Office—automakers are putting on a brave face while trying to hide the fact that they secretly shaking in their boots over tariffs. I'll tell you this much: Hyundai is pulling off the brave act so…

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The Guardian - US

Michigan autoworkers wary of Trump’s tariffs: ‘Playing poker with people’s lives’

Residents in the auto industry’s heartland respond to the chaotic start to the president’s signature economic policy

International Business Times

US Auto Union Praises Some Trump Tariffs

The head of the US auto workers union endorsed car tariffs Thursday as a way to address the "free trade disaster" while rejecting use of the levies for "political games."

The Guardian - US

Why Trump’s 25% tariffs on autos could backfire

Nearly half of the cars sold in the US are imported and Trump’s 25% tariff will add at least $6,000 to the sticker price of the average car, industry experts say

Motor1

Stellantis Paying Employees Up to $72,000 to Quit

Certain Stellantis employees in the United States could earn a big payout if they quit in the coming weeks. The automaker is offering hourly UAW employees up to $72,000 and six months of medical benefits if they take the offer.

Motor1

Leaked Document Hints at New Shelby GT500

Ford has a stable of potential Mustang variants that it could surprise us with at any moment. Product planners had the Mach 1 for the previous-gen pony, and it’s been over a decade since we last saw a Boss 302. Those are certainly iconic cars fans love, but the Shelby…

The Guardian - US

‘This will delay medical breakthroughs’: US scientists demand to bargain over Trump orders

NIH fellows say policy changes including funding freeze would ‘severely limit’ researchers’ ability to do their work

Fortune

After meeting with Trump, Stellantis chairman commits to restart of endangered Illinois plant

Stellantis’s Belvidere site has been mothballed since February 2023 after the carmaker temporarily discontinued production of the Jeep Cherokee crossover.

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