United Auto Workers Union Plans To Go On Strike Against General Motors

The United Auto Workers (UAW) announced a strike against General Motors (GM) after the expiration of their 2015 collective bargaining agreement. The union cited unresolved issues regarding wages, healthcare benefits, temporary employees, job security, and profit sharing. UAW criticized GM for prioritizing profits over workers. GM responded with a proposal offering wage increases, benefits, and job growth, but negotiations stalled. Meanwhile, UAW extended contracts with Fiat Chrysler and Ford.

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