Unions Defy Political Attacks, Hit 16-Year High
#LaborRights #UnionGrowthUS union membership reached a 16-year high in 2025, with 16.5 million workers covered despite Trump administration efforts to eliminate federal collective bargaining agreements. Union approval ratings are also at historic highs. read more
Vance Backs Uline, Accused of Exploiting Mexican Workers
#USImmigration #LaborRightsVice-President JD Vance spoke at a Uline warehouse, praising Trump's immigration policies. However, Uline previously used a "shuttle program" employing Mexican workers on training visas for heavy labor at low pay, contradicting the administration's stated goals. read more
UAW Defends Worker Who Heckled Trump
#USPolitics #LaborRightsA Ford worker who heckled Trump as a "pedophile protector" during a January plant visit has not been disciplined, his union confirmed. UAW leaders stated, "We got your back," supporting his right to speak out. read more
Kaiser Workers Strike Over Pay and Staffing
#HealthcareStrike #LaborRightsOver 31,000 Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers in California and Hawaii are on an open-ended strike, demanding better wages and staffing. This marks their second major walkout after negotiations broke down, with the union accusing Kaiser of unfair labor practices. read more
Trump Administration Cuts Funding for Global Human Trafficking Prevention Programs
#TrumpCuts #LaborRightsThe Trump administration has cut 69 international programs combating child labor and human trafficking, risking decades of progress. The terminated programs, totaling over $500m, supported labor standards globally, with the Department of Labor citing a lack of alignment with agency priorities. read more
Trump's Anti-Worker Policies Spark Rally in Washington DC
#TrumpAdministration #LaborRightsSupporters rally for federal workers in Washington DC, but Trump's administration's anti-worker actions include slashing the federal workforce, hobbling labor watchdogs like NLRB and EEOC. The President's promises to champion US workers have not materialized, leading to distrust and protests. read more
Student Workers Fear Threats to Labor Rights Under Second Trump Term
#GraduateWorkers #LaborRightsUniversity of California graduate workers strike in 2022 to protest treatment of students and employees. Graduate student workers in the US brace for potential threats to labor rights under the Trump administration's second term, with the possibility of restricting or eliminating rights. read more
Diplomat ordered to pay half a million for exploiting housekeeper.
#ModernSlavery #LaborRightsSri Lankan diplomat in Australia paid housekeeper 3% of minimum wage, leading to over half a million AUD owed in back wages. Housekeeper worked seven days a week for three years. Diplomat, no longer immune, faced legal consequences. read more
Thousands of Hotel Workers Consider Strike Over Pay and Protections
#HotelWorkersStrike #LaborRightsApproximately 13,500 hotel workers in major US cities are considering strike actions to demand higher wages and job protection. Staff at top hotel chains accuse the industry of exploiting the pandemic to cut jobs and increase workloads. Unite Here is leading the strike efforts. read more
Stellantis Workers Protest Against Project 2025 for Undermining Labor
#StellantisStrike #LaborRightsUAW members at a Stellantis site in Michigan strike as part of labor unrest. "Project 2025" reveals Trump-aligned plans to cripple unions and reduce worker benefits, showcasing an anti-labor stance using tactics like cutting overtime pay. read more
#UniteHere #LaborRights
Unite Here members react to Vice-President Kamala Harris' speech during the union's convention in New York City. The union, representing 300,000 workers, focuses on voter drives, endorsements, and advocating for better conditions amidst restructuring in the industry. read more
#IncomeInequality #LaborRights
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics report reveals a decrease in workers' share of national income, impacting employees like Jesse Motte and Rita Blalock, who struggle with low wages despite rising CEO compensation, highlighting income inequality and labor rights issues. read more
#ConstructionSafety #LaborRights
A construction worker in Texas suffered an injury due to lack of safety measures from the contractor. In 2022, over 400 construction workers died due to falls, slips, and trips. Laborers demand safer work conditions and stricter enforcement of safety regulations. read more