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USW Statement on Violence in Charlottesville
Click here to read our statement on Charlottesville.
USW Promises to Continue Solidarity on 10th Anniversary of Mineros Strike
The United Steelworkers (USW) released the following statement from USW International President Leo W. Gerard on the 10th anniversary of strikes launched by the Mexican miners and metalworkers union Los Mineros at three Grupo Mexico locations.
USW to Trump: the time to act is now
Click here for International President Leo W. Gerard's statement in response to news reports that President Trump has decided to delay action in support of the domestic steel industry under Section 232 of U.S. trade law.
USW: Administration’s NAFTA Renegotiation Objectives Must Reverse Past Failures
“The USW has long supported the renegotiation of NAFTA, but unfortunately, the objectives identified in the USTR’s letter do not go nearly far enough to ensure that the negative impact of NAFTA"
USW launches video to urge no vote on health care
A father and his baby who battled brain cancer at the same time are among the 22 million Americans at risk of losing health insurance if a bill being considered by Senate becomes law. Click here for more.
USW Local 8888 Reaches Tentative Agreement with Newport News Shipbuilding
USW Endorses Graham for Governor of Florida
The United Steelworkers (USW) today proudly announced its endorsement of Gwen Graham for Governor of Florida.
USW Blasts Proposal to Cancel Beryllium Protections for Shipyard and Construction Workers
The United Steelworkers (USW) today blasted the Administration’s proposal to cancel important protections for shipyard and construction workers exposed to beryllium
USW Endorses Lujan Grisham for Governor
The United Steelworkers (USW) today announced their endorsement of Michelle Lujan Grisham for governor of New Mexico. The congresswoman currently represents New Mexico’s 1st District.
USW Cares: Member from Canada wins top Jefferson Award honor for community service
Nancy McCurrach from Local Union 1944 wins for ‘Refugee Welcome Wagon’
USW Calls for Broad Action to Ensure Aluminum Supplies For U.S. Security and Critical Infrastructure
The United Steelworkers (USW) released the following statement as the U.S. Department of Commerce conducted a hearing in support of the Administration’s Section 232
Dura-Line Unlawfully Closed Kentucky Plant: Judge Orders Mexichem Subsidiary to Compensate, Reinstate and Reimburse Laid-Off Workers
The United Steelworkers (USW) today said that Administrative Law Judge Melissa M. Olivero of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
Labor Board to Prosecute Hecla for Unfair Labor Practices
The United Steelworkers (USW) today said that Region 19 of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) on Monday, June 19, 2017
NAFTA Renegotiations Must Lead to More Jobs, Higher Pay and Better Future for all Workers
Click here to read our statement on the AFL's recommendations designed to reform and update the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) into a pact that benefits workers.
Robert Morris Adjuncts Ratify First Contract
The adjunct faculty at Robert Morris University overwhelmingly ratified their first union contract Monday evening, with 95 percent voting in favor of ratification.
Calif. Public Employee Board Files Complaint after Oak Valley Hospital Rescinds Union Rights
The California Public Employment Relations Board has filed a legal complaint in response to Oak Valley Hospital’s decision to rescind the hospital’s recognition of the United Steelworkers union as the bargaining representative for hospital employees.
USW Criticizes the Trump Administration’s Decision to Withdraw from Paris Climate Agreement
United Steelworkers International President Leo W. Gerard released the following statement after President Trump announced his decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris Agreement.
USW Calls Entire Iron and Steel Sector Important to National Security
Urges Canadian Exemption from Any Measures Due to Economic and Strategic Relationship
USW Condemns Harley-Davidson’s Plan to Manufacture Motorcycles in Thailand
“Harley-Davidson has been the crown jewel of American manufacturing. It’s an iconic brand that represents true American spirit.
New Protections Make California Refineries, Communities Safer
United Steelworkers praises the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health for adopting this week the nation’s strongest Process Safety Management protections for oil refineries as recommended by the state’s Department of Industrial Relations.