The union’s ‘Workers vs Billionaires’ 2026 Midterm election tour is a first-of-its-kind push for the union and will bring union’s highest-ranking official directly to the doorsteps – and workplaces – of rank-and-file IAM Union members across the country Washington, D.C. – The International President of the powerful union representing 600,000 union members spanning many industries,
Read moreThree decades after founding, IAM Union women return to city where their department was born CHICAGO – Today, the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) celebrates the thirtieth anniversary of its historic Women’s Department in the city where it was originally founded, Chicago. “Three decades ago, IAM Union leaders became one of
Read moreWICHITA, Kan., Sept. 15, 2026 — Following Boeing’s reacquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, IAM Union Local 839 (IAM District 70) members voted Sept. 12, 2026 to pursue coverage under the IAM Union/Boeing Master Agreement as opposed to renegotiating the existing Spirit AeroSystems independent contract with Boeing, in January. The vote was held to determine how IAM-represented
Read moreWASHINGTON, Sept. 10, 2026 – The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) has filed an application with the National Mediation Board (NMB) seeking a union representation election for more than 120 JSX inflight crew members. The filing marks an important step in the workers’ campaign to gain a stronger voice on the
Read moreSAN DIEGO, Aug. 20, 2026 – IAM Union members at General Dynamics NASSCO rallied Wednesday alongside labor, elected, and community allies to demonstrate their growing unity and strength as more than 800 shipbuilders prepare for upcoming contract negotiations with the San Diego shipbuilder. The solidarity rally was hosted by IAM Local 389 and IAM District
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