The latest action did not target Stellantis, reflecting new momentum in those talks, he said.
Roughly 18,000 workers were already on strike in a dispute that has cast a cloud over the US economy.
Roughly 18,000 workers were already on strike in a dispute that has cast a cloud over the US economy.
The union opened talks seeking a roughly 40% rise in pay over four years and an end to practices that give newer hires lower pay and fewer benefits, among other demands.
The companies have maintained that the union’s demands would hurt their ability to invest in the long term. They have countered with a roughly 20% pay increase and some other concessions.
UAW boss Mr Fain urged his roughly 150,000 members working at the three carmakers to hold strong as the talks continue.
“Our cause is just. Striking… to protect our communities and to defeat corporate greed is not just our right – it is our duty,” he said.
For now, workers on the picket line in the Detroit area this week said they remained committed to the fight, despite the loss of income for many that will come from receiving just $500 (£410) in strike pay a week.
Roughly 18,000 workers were already on strike in a dispute that has cast a cloud over the US economy.
The latest action did not target Stellantis, reflecting new momentum in those talks, he said.
The union opened talks seeking a roughly 40% rise in pay over four years and an end to practices that give newer hires lower pay and fewer benefits, among other demands.
Roughly 18,000 workers were already on strike in a dispute that has cast a cloud over the US economy.
Roughly 18,000 workers were already on strike in a dispute that has cast a cloud over the US economy.
The union opened talks seeking a roughly 40% rise in pay over four years and an end to practices that give newer hires lower pay and fewer benefits, among other demands.
The companies have maintained that the union’s demands would hurt their ability to invest in the long term. They have countered with a roughly 20% pay increase and some other concessions.
UAW boss Mr Fain urged his roughly 150,000 members working at the three carmakers to hold strong as the talks continue.
“Our cause is just. Striking… to protect our communities and to defeat corporate greed is not just our right – it is our duty,” he said.
For now, workers on the picket line in the Detroit area this week said they remained committed to the fight, despite the loss of income for many that will come from receiving just $500 (£410) in strike pay a week.
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