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KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 23, 2026 – The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is applauding U.S. Reps. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.) and Wesley Bell (D-Mo.) for sending a strong letter to Olin Corp. leadership, urging management to return to good-faith negotiations with striking IAM Local 778 members at the Lake City Army Ammunition
Read moreWASHINGTON, April 24, 2026 — Richie Johnsen, Air Transport General Vice President of the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), North America’s largest airline union, issued the following statement regarding potential federal relief for Spirit Airlines: “Spirit Airlines workers, including IAM ramp service employees, are the backbone of this airline and a
Read moreWASHINGTON, April 24, 2026 — Richie Johnsen, Air Transport General Vice President of the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), North America’s largest airline union, issued the following statement regarding potential federal relief for Spirit Airlines: “Spirit Airlines workers, including IAM ramp service employees, are the backbone of this airline and a
Read moreThe IAM Union Air Transport Territory recently took part in an exchange trip to build international worker solidarity. General Vice President Richie Johnsen and Chief of Staff Edison Fraser, joined by IAM District 142 General Chair Lorraine Fraser, traveled to Panama to meet with the country’s pilots and ground service unions.
Read moreThe IAM Union’s Arizona State Council met in Phoenix on Saturday, bringing together more than 40 participants, including delegates from across the state, to strategize, share updates, and strengthen the union’s collective voice for working families. During the meeting, the Arizona State Council announced its endorsement of Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs for reelection, citing her
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