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KANSAS CITY, Mo. – IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) Local 778 members have voted to reject the latest contract offer from Olin Corps.’ Winchester division, choosing to remain on strike in their ongoing fight for a fair agreement. The membership voted on Monday, April 27, with a majority deciding the company’s
Read moreKANSAS 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.
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