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WEST PLAINS, Mo., May 19, 2026 — The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) is blasting Leonardo DRS for bargaining in bad faith and is calling on the company to immediately end its lockout of more than 285 IAM Local 2782 (District 9) members in West Plains, Mo., and return to the table
Read moreThe IAM Local 389 negotiating team recently completed contract negotiation preparation training at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center, preparing for upcoming bargaining with General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego. The agreement covers more than 800 workers who build critical auxiliary and support ships for the U.S. Navy, as well as oil tankers
Read moreThe IAM Union is mourning the tragic loss of IAM Local S6 Brother Andrew Cross, a Bath Iron Works Outside Machinist and volunteer firefighter who passed away while responding to the devastating fire at the Robbins Lumber mill in Searsmont, Maine. Cross, 27, died on May 15, 2026 after a burning silo exploded during firefighting
Read moreIAM District 77 will return to the Street Machine Nationals at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds this summer, with Locals 459 and 737 supporting the effort. The annual event, held on July 17-19, 2026, attracts thousands of car enthusiasts and families from across the region to celebrate classic cars, hot rods, and custom builds. IAM members
Read moreThe Central Oklahoma Labor Federation recently held a Labor and Friends awards banquet. The Women’s Committee for IAM Heartland Locals 2909 and 850 were presented with a Humanitarian Volunteer Award for their work on the “Gears and Shears” charity event which provided professional haircuts, hygiene kits and hot meals in their community. “It’s an honor
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