Teamsters rally after rejecting United Airline’s unrealistic offer by 99.5%
Apr. 4, 2025  | Following an overwhelming 99.5 percent rejection of United Airlines’ latest unrealistic proposal, United Airlines Teamsters aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) rallied outside Orlando International Airport (MCO) after a week of contract negotiations in Orlando. “United Airlines is one of the most profitable in the entire industry, yet it refuses to reward the workers. responsible for those profits with a fair contract,” said Chris Griswold, Director of the Teamsters Airline Division. “We will continue to hold United’s feet to the fire until it recognizes the indispensable role United Airlines Teamsters play in the carrier's success and the safety of the flying public.” The Teamsters Union represents over 10,000 United Airlines AMTs across the country. Learn more here.

Longtime Local 205 member wins decisive election in Pennsylvania
Apr. 9, 2025  | On March 25, a rank-and-file Teamster tipped the scales of power in Pennsylvania. Since January, the commonwealth’s House of Representatives had been split 101-101 between Democrats and Republicans. That meant a special election to fill District 35’s vacant seat would determine which party holds the majority and the authority that comes with it. Learn more here.

Teamsters win three elections in Texas - in one day
Apr. 15, 2025  | Teamsters Local 745 recently announced three election victories in a single day, continuing their trend of successful organizing in the South. All three victories came from organizing efforts at Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, the largest wine and spirits distributor in the United States. Members have voiced pride and excitement in their continued growth. (On Labor, 4/14/05) Learn more here. 

Teamsters win strike at Nestle Purina in Pennsylvania
Apr. 25, 2025  | After nearly two months on the picket line, more than 450 members of Teamsters Local 773 who work at the Nestle Purina PetCare plant in South Whitehall Township have ratified a strong four-year contract. The agreement includes substantial wage increases, an expedited grievance procedure, and improvements on a multitude of other workplace issues. Learn more here.

Honoring International Workers’ Memorial Day
Apr. 28, 2025  | Every year, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters joins labor unions around the world to honor April 28 as International Workers’ Memorial Day, recognizing workers who have died, been injured, or who have otherwise been physically impacted from their work. Learn more here.