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Nationwide education effort touts increasing public union opt-outs
First Amendment right to opt out of union dues became an option after a 2018 U.S. Supreme Court ruling.
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Federal judge refuses to block DOGE access to Labor Department systems
"On the current record, plaintiffs have failed to establish standing," U.S. District Judge John Bates wrote. "So although the Court harbors concerns about defendants' alleged conduct, it must deny plaintiffs' motion at this time."
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You Vote: In light of the 'No Kings' protests, which president acted more King-like: Trump or Biden?
The same people aren't so quick — or capable — of explaining away why they sat silent while President Joe Biden engaged in activities that clearly exceeded his executive authority.
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Senate advances Lori Chavez-DeRemer's nomination for labor secretary to final vote
The vote passed in a 66-30 split, signaling bipartisan support for ending discussions on the nomination. She is expected to face the final vote on Monday.
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US has muted response to new, controversial merchandise by China-based Shein, compared to France
One possible explanation for the lack of U.S. outrage like that in France is that Shein has opened several popup stores in the U.S., including ones in Dallas and New York, but no flagship-style one like that in France.
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Supreme Court sides with Starbucks in union case
Starbucks argued it legally terminated the employees who were involved in unionization efforts, saying they had violated company policies.
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UAW files federal labor charges against Trump, Musk
“When we say Donald Trump is a scab, this is what we mean. When we say Trump stands against everything our union stands for, this is what we mean,” UAW President Shawn Fain said.
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Florida receives top marks for protecting employees against union abuse including right to resign
Gov. Ron DeSantis enacted Chapter 2023-35, which promotes union accountability by requiring them to inform workers of their rights as well as running for reelection
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Harris supporting UAW files labor charges against Trump and Musk after X conversation
The UAW argued that Musk and Trump tried to “intimidate and threaten” union workers.
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Biden cancels Philadelphia NEA appearance after union announces strike
“President Biden is a fierce supporter of unions, and he won’t cross a picket line,” the Biden campaign said in a statement. “The President is still planning to travel to Pennsylvania this weekend, and we will have more details to share at a later point.”