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MEDIA ADVISORY
March 3: IAM Union, NFFE-IAM, Labor Allies to Celebrate Federal Workers Outside McPherson Square Metro Station
WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2025—The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), along with the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM), will host an event to celebrate the contributions of federal workers on Monday, March 3, 2025, during peak commute morning hours outside the McPherson Square Metro Station. The U.S. Veterans Affairs Department is housed directly above the station’s Vermont Avenue exit.
Federal workers are the backbone of our nation, providing essential services that keep our country running. They are healthcare professionals caring for our military veterans, wildland firefighters protecting our lives and property, and park rangers watching after our national treasurers. The IAM Union, America’s largest defense labor union, has the highest percentage of military veteran members in the labor movement.
RSVP to the Federal Workers Support Day, here.
Event Details:
What: IAM Union and NFFE-IAM to host a visibility event to thank federal workers
When: Monday, March 3, 2025 from 7 to 9 a.m.
Where: Outside the McPherson Square Metro Station (Vermont Avenue exit; Vermont & I “Eye” Streets NW)
Who: IAM Union, NFFE-IAM, labor allies, and community supporters
RSVP: Reporters interested in attending can RSVP by emailing Bethany Shelton (bshelton@iamaw.org).
Volunteers will distribute informational materials, engage with commuters, and hold signs thanking federal workers. Members of Congress, elected officials, and local community leaders are invited to attend this event.
“The IAM Union is honored to represent dedicated federal employees and service contract workers who deserve our appreciation and support each and every day,” said IAM Union International President Brian Bryant. “This event will be one of many that will recognize federal workers for their contributions while we stand up for their rights in the workplace.”
The IAM Union invites members of the media to attend and cover this event. Visuals and interview opportunities will be available.
“We know that Federal Workers are committed to serving the American people and we value their work, as do hundreds of millions of other Americans,” said Randy Erwin, National President of the National Federation of Federal Employees (NFFE-IAM). “We intend to show each and every one of those workers that we support them and will fight for them because it is the right thing to do.”
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers is one of North America’s largest and most diverse industrial trade unions, representing approximately 600,000 active and retired members in the aerospace, defense, airlines, railroad, transit, healthcare, automotive, and other industries.
