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AFL-CIO.
federation of American trade unions
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Active this week
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Union groups, including the AFL-CIO, are mobilizing voters to influence political outcomes.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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AFL-CIO urged United Airlines to monitor BP's practices, noting BP is a critical supplier of aviation fuel.Some support1 report
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Musk and Trump were reported to ignore the labor history narrative, despite the New Deal having shaped the labor movement.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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AFL-CIO earned top ratings from the union federation.Some support3 reports
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ATDA was founded in Spokane, Washington on October 30, 2026.Some support1 report
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The AFL-CIO, a union federation, is currently writing its own legislation to address the challenges posed by artificial intelligence.Some support1 report
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The AFL-CIO endorsed a candidate for re-election on July 24, 2026.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Minnesota State Representative Robert Bierman received endorsements from the AFL-CIO and Planned Parenthood.Some support1 report
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Bill Saffo and Deb Butler participated in a protest alongside the AFL-CIO and Climate Reality Project.Some support1 report
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GM plant employed UAW members in Lansing while unions endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the Senate race.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Google seeks worker data to train AI machines, prompting criticism from the AFL-CIO and the Electronic Privacy Information Center.Some support1 report
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Executive order threatens broadband funding in Louisiana, involving Donald Trump and labor unions.Some support1 report
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Labor council action in Bozeman and Park County highlights negative effects of cuts on low-paid workers.Some support1 report
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The AFL-CIO participated in Democratic organizing efforts, involving leaders such as Liz Shuler, Kamala Harris, and Ken Martin.Some support1 report
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Liz Shuler was reelected as AFL-CIO President after a convention held in Minneapolis, addressing local resistance in Minnesota.Some support2 reports
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The city of Scranton agreed to a contract extension with the local firefighters' union.Some support2 reports
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The Trump administration targets collective bargaining rights and cuts OSHA inspections.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Advocacy groups, including the AFL-CIO, are urging oversight regarding the administration's loan policy overhaul, noting issues with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.Some support1 report
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The immigration crackdown initiated by Donald Trump is causing job losses and rising prices, according to reports involving the AFL-CIO.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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AFL-CIO's sophisticated campaign strategy is being analyzed, alongside Politico reporting on high volumes of political emails originating from Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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AFL-CIO participated in a campaign launch event in Washington on September 21, 2026.Some support1 report
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The AFL-CIO serves as the largest federation of labor unions in the United States.Some support2 reports
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The AFL-CIO operates within the political process of Missouri.Some support1 report
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A movement and assembly are forming to define a human-centric path for digital infrastructure and AI, with labor federation AFL-CIO participation.Well supported3 reports
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The AFL-CIO has announced its support for a candidate challenging an incumbent Senator.Some support3 reports
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AFL-CIO monitors technology adoption in the US market.Some support2 reports
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The California Democratic Party supports the successful passage of Proposition 40 and joins labor unions in the billionaire tax campaign.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Mark Kelly spoke at a union breakfast hosted by the AFL-CIO.Some support1 report
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A project in Portland that benefits Mainers involved the AFL-CIO and Hannah Pingree.Some support1 report
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A leadership coalition has been established in the state of Georgia.Some support1 report
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Personal experience illustrates economic realities of the South Side.Some support1 report
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Both the AFL-CIO and the Chicago Teachers Union are supporting the ongoing boycott targeting Starbucks.Some support2 reports
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Union workers in West Virginia are currently striking, coinciding with polls showing high public support for labor unions.Well supported4 reports
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Elon Musk is noted for competing with the spending power of billionaires in TV advertising.Some support1 report
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Sanders clashed with AFL-CIO leadership while the Democratic Party used socialist nations to critique the US system.Some support2 reports
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Kevin Riach alleges government overreach targeting organized labor.Some support2 reports
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Donald Norcross sponsored the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which the AFL-CIO supports, allowing mediation via FMCS.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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AFL-CIO targeted the right wing of the GOP, which is led by Donald Trump.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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HSI investigations into groups including AFL-CIO are underway in Minneapolis following Charlie Kirk's assassination, with White House statements issued.Some support1 report
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AFL-CIO advocates for the implementation of high-road standards within the state of Oregon.Some support1 report
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Nurses at Saint Francis Hospital have filed a petition with the NLRB regarding unionization efforts, with their union affiliated with the AFL-CIO.Some support3 reports
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The AFL-CIO held a convention in Anchorage, representing unions statewide, with ties to the Alaska Democratic Party.Some support1 report
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Watchdog groups Common Cause and APT, along with media outlet Daily Caller News Foundation, are lobbying on the Stop Foreign Funds Act.Some support2 reports
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The National Labor Relations Board is enforcing labor laws, ordering companies to bargain with union officers and comply with federal orders.Some support1 report
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Kathy Hochul faces pressure from the AFL-CIO over a wage board, alongside political activity in Queens and Syracuse.Some support1 report
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In unrelated developments, the IDPH expanded medical cannabis programs for Illinois residents, while CBP seized Khat from travelers from Senegal.Some support1 report
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Gilbert challenged Donald Trump, advocating for stronger labor unions.Some support1 report
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Unions advise on city council election reform in Columbus.Some support2 reports
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The AFL-CIO is urging the Trump Administration to impose tariffs on beer originating from Mexico.Some support1 report
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AFL-CIO published its annual reports detailing executive compensation trends, which include analysis of companies like Tesla.Well supported36 reports
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Labor trends and corporate pushback against unionization efforts are affecting Maryland.Some support2 reports
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The AFL-CIO and the Rhode Island Democratic Party are influencing the gubernatorial race within Rhode Island's political structure.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Denver Art Museum workers have unionized under an AFL-CIO branch.Some support1 report
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Marie Gluesenkamp Perez received endorsements from labor groups, including the AFL-CIO, and held apprenticeship fairs in Yakima.Some support1 report
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AI companies and labor unions are forming a coalition to fund worker retraining initiatives for the AI economy.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Union filed complaints with the NLRB regarding leadership conduct, with the union president affiliated with the AFL-CIO chapter.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Union headquarters of the AFL-CIO are located in Boston.Some support1 report
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AFL-CIO gave a 77% rating to a Democratic incumbent, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who conducts business in Chehalis.Some support1 report
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The AFL-CIO has called for a moratorium on large-scale data center expansion.Some support1 report
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Pete Hegseth notified the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) about the termination of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), citing an Executive Order that exempts the Department of Defense from standard labor law.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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What's reaching AFL-CIO
Events traced to AFL-CIO, step by step, newest first- Lawler campaign labor dispute may prompt AFL-CIO review of standardsThe AFL-CIO may review labor standards following Lawler campaign disputePossible
- Rising costs may increase wage demands from AFL-CIORising costs from tariffs and the Iran war may increase wage demands from the AFL-CIOPossible
- Michigan's auto tariffs and political shifts may strain AFL-CIO influenceTariffs and political shifts may strain the AFL-CIO's influence in MichiganPossible
- Initiative 645 debate could affect AFL-CIO's policy goalsThe political outcome of the tax initiative could influence the AFL-CIO's policy goals.Possible
Around AFL-CIO this week
News at the entities that move AFL-CIO most-
DHS OperationalHochul criticized DEC's response to immigration actions, while DEC seized animals in Texas and DHS suggested Germany for deportations.Moves AFL-CIO
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Donald Trump OperationalDonald Trump posted about working with Adam Schiff and blamed Joe Biden for a communication breakdown.Moves AFL-CIO
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Democrats OperationalDemocrats gained control of Congress and plan investigations into Trump's administration, while Adam Hamilton won the Kansas Senate seat.Moves AFL-CIO
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Kathy Hochul OperationalHochul and Lieber are working on transit funding, with Schumer and Jeffries expected to help redistribute money, while the Citizens Budget Commission cautions on replacement funding.Moves AFL-CIO
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Scranton OperationalThomas Fritz directed a local parade and the Yankees affiliate played in the Scranton area on November 10, 2026.Moves AFL-CIO
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Jackson OperationalJackson's cosmetics brand is expanding its sales channels across TikTok Shop, QVC, and Amazon, while partnering with Guthy-Renker.Moves AFL-CIO
Connections
The 40 strongest of 180, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Lorena Gonzalez Structural
Lorena Gonzalez serves as the president of the AFL-CIO, establishing a formal leadership and functional dependency.
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Donald Trump Operational
AFL-CIO actively opposes Donald Trump's policies, and his administration's actions directly impact union interests and collective bargaining rights.
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Liz Shuler Structural
Liz Shuler holds the formal position of President of the AFL-CIO labor federation.
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Haley Stevens Operational
AFL-CIO formally endorses Haley Stevens.
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Democrats Operational
AFL-CIO actively endorses and participates in the political organizing of the Democratic party, aligning with their pursuit of worker protections.
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Darrick Hamilton Structural
Darrick Hamilton serves as the chief economist for the AFL-CIO.
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DHS Operational
DHS is actively investigating and targeting the AFL-CIO for potential domestic terrorist financing.
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Jackson Operational
AFL-CIO actively supports Jackson politically, and Jackson consults for AFL-CIO affiliated unions.
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Kathy Hochul Operational
The AFL-CIO actively pressures Hochul on policy, and Hochul's legislative actions are often supported by the AFL-CIO.
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Danielle Gallant Transactional
The AFL-CIO formally endorses Danielle Gallant for a challenger in a Senate race.
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Sara Nelson Structural
Sara Nelson serves as the president of the AFL-CIO.
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House Operational
The legislator is subject to the AFL-CIO's influence regarding labor policy, while also participating in the political environment the union operates within.
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California Hospital Association Operational
The entities are engaged in active, high-stakes operational interactions, including negotiations, competition, and shared policy concerns regarding healthcare and union funding.
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Jaime Spengler Structural
Jaime Spengler functions as a leader whose views are integrated into the AFL-CIO's representative body to discuss shared labor issues like AI's impact on workers.
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Starbucks Operational
Starbucks' operational labor practices are the subject of organized pushback and action by the AFL-CIO.
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Bernie Sanders Operational
Sanders utilizes the AFL-CIO structure and leadership for political rallies and campaigning, while the organization provides a base for his activities.
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Elon Musk Operational
AFL-CIO actively monitors and competes with Elon Musk's compensation, spending power, and public narratives.
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West Virginia Operational
AFL-CIO actively supports and advocates for union workers and labor protections within West Virginia.
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Federal Labor Relations Authority Operational
AFL-CIO engages in legal action to challenge policy changes related to the Federal Labor Relations Authority's jurisdiction.
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Gavin Newsom Operational
The two entities are engaged in a reciprocal political influence dynamic regarding specific ballot measures and tax policy.
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FDR Structural
FDR's New Deal policies historically shaped the structure and function of the labor movement.
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Scranton Operational
Scranton and the AFL-CIO engage in labor contract negotiations and agreements.
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American Federation of Teachers Operational
AFT and AFL-CIO actively collaborate and share platforms on political campaigns and goals.
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NAACP Operational
AFL-CIO and NAACP actively coordinate on policy issues, including voter mobilization and opposing restrictions on working families.
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Bobby Scott Operational
AFL-CIO actively influences the political agenda of the committee where Bobby Scott serves.
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Richard Bissen Operational
AFL-CIO provides active support and endorsement for Richard Bissen's leadership.
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April Verrett Transactional
AFL-CIO honored April Verrett through a specific act of recognition.
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Columbus City Council Operational
The AFL-CIO advises the Columbus City Council on matters concerning city council election reform.
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United Steelworkers Structural
United Steelworkers was historically a member organization affiliated with AFL-CIO leadership.
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Amazon Structural
AFL-CIO provides expert counsel to Amazon on economic issues while also facing corporate pushback regarding unionization efforts.
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Chicago Teachers Union Operational
Both unions are currently united in their support for the Starbucks boycott.
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APT Operational
Both entities actively lobbied for the Stop Foreign Funds Act.
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senate Operational
Both the Senate and AFL-CIO are involved in the policy debate concerning the cryptocurrency market structure bill.
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Foley Transactional
AFL-CIO evaluated Foley as a competitor during a primary election cycle in 2010, ultimately endorsing a different candidate.
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Katie Hobbs Operational
AFL-CIO actively mobilized voters to support Katie Hobbs's re-election campaign.
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Texas Operational
The operational capacity of AFL-CIO is influenced by specific labor laws enacted by the State of Texas.
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Charles Booker Operational
AFL-CIO actively supports Charles Booker's candidacy for the Senate.
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Jaime Herrera Beutler Operational
Jaime Herrera Beutler and AFL-CIO are actively engaged in political debate and opposition regarding the millionaire tax initiative.
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Natsuki Nakamura Structural
Natsuki Nakamura is affiliated with a council linked to the AFL-CIO.
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Abigail Spanberger Operational
AFL-CIO challenged Abigail Spanberger's political actions regarding labor legislation, leading to convention condemnation of her vetoes.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
3 eventsOctober 2026
9 events- ATDA was founded in Spokane, Washington on October 30, 2026.
- The AFL-CIO, a union federation, is currently writing its own legislation to address the challenges posed by artificial intelligence.
- Minnesota State Representative Robert Bierman received endorsements from the AFL-CIO and Planned Parenthood.
- Bill Saffo and Deb Butler participated in a protest alongside the AFL-CIO and Climate Reality Project.
- GM plant employed UAW members in Lansing while unions endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the Senate race.
- Google seeks worker data to train AI machines, prompting criticism from the AFL-CIO and the Electronic Privacy Information Center.
- Executive order threatens broadband funding in Louisiana, involving Donald Trump and labor unions.
- Labor council action in Bozeman and Park County highlights negative effects of cuts on low-paid workers.
- The AFL-CIO participated in Democratic organizing efforts, involving leaders such as Liz Shuler, Kamala Harris, and Ken Martin.
September 2026
21 events- The Trump administration targets collective bargaining rights and cuts OSHA inspections.
- Advocacy groups, including the AFL-CIO, are urging oversight regarding the administration's loan policy overhaul, noting issues with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
- The immigration crackdown initiated by Donald Trump is causing job losses and rising prices, according to reports involving the AFL-CIO.
- AFL-CIO's sophisticated campaign strategy is being analyzed, alongside Politico reporting on high volumes of political emails originating from Santa Monica.
- AFL-CIO participated in a campaign launch event in Washington on September 21, 2026.
- The AFL-CIO serves as the largest federation of labor unions in the United States.
- The AFL-CIO operates within the political process of Missouri.
- A movement and assembly are forming to define a human-centric path for digital infrastructure and AI, with labor federation AFL-CIO participation.
- The AFL-CIO has announced its support for a candidate challenging an incumbent Senator.
- AFL-CIO monitors technology adoption in the US market.
- Mark Kelly spoke at a union breakfast hosted by the AFL-CIO.
- A project in Portland that benefits Mainers involved the AFL-CIO and Hannah Pingree.
- A leadership coalition has been established in the state of Georgia.
- Personal experience illustrates economic realities of the South Side.
- Both the AFL-CIO and the Chicago Teachers Union are supporting the ongoing boycott targeting Starbucks.
- Union workers in West Virginia are currently striking, coinciding with polls showing high public support for labor unions.
- Elon Musk is noted for competing with the spending power of billionaires in TV advertising.
- Sanders clashed with AFL-CIO leadership while the Democratic Party used socialist nations to critique the US system.
- HSI investigations into groups including AFL-CIO are underway in Minneapolis following Charlie Kirk's assassination, with White House statements issued.
- AFL-CIO advocates for the implementation of high-road standards within the state of Oregon.
- Nurses at Saint Francis Hospital have filed a petition with the NLRB regarding unionization efforts, with their union affiliated with the AFL-CIO.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
14 events- The California Democratic Party supports the successful passage of Proposition 40 and joins labor unions in the billionaire tax campaign.
- Kevin Riach alleges government overreach targeting organized labor.
- The AFL-CIO held a convention in Anchorage, representing unions statewide, with ties to the Alaska Democratic Party.
- Watchdog groups Common Cause and APT, along with media outlet Daily Caller News Foundation, are lobbying on the Stop Foreign Funds Act.
- The National Labor Relations Board is enforcing labor laws, ordering companies to bargain with union officers and comply with federal orders.
- Kathy Hochul faces pressure from the AFL-CIO over a wage board, alongside political activity in Queens and Syracuse.
- In unrelated developments, the IDPH expanded medical cannabis programs for Illinois residents, while CBP seized Khat from travelers from Senegal.
- Gilbert challenged Donald Trump, advocating for stronger labor unions.
- Unions advise on city council election reform in Columbus.
- The AFL-CIO is urging the Trump Administration to impose tariffs on beer originating from Mexico.
- AFL-CIO published its annual reports detailing executive compensation trends, which include analysis of companies like Tesla.
- Labor trends and corporate pushback against unionization efforts are affecting Maryland.
- Denver Art Museum workers have unionized under an AFL-CIO branch.
- Marie Gluesenkamp Perez received endorsements from labor groups, including the AFL-CIO, and held apprenticeship fairs in Yakima.
July 2026
7 events- The AFL-CIO endorsed a candidate for re-election on July 24, 2026.
- The AFL-CIO and the Rhode Island Democratic Party are influencing the gubernatorial race within Rhode Island's political structure.
- Union filed complaints with the NLRB regarding leadership conduct, with the union president affiliated with the AFL-CIO chapter.
- Union headquarters of the AFL-CIO are located in Boston.
- AFL-CIO gave a 77% rating to a Democratic incumbent, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who conducts business in Chehalis.
- The AFL-CIO has called for a moratorium on large-scale data center expansion.
- Pete Hegseth notified the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) about the termination of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), citing an Executive Order that exempts the Department of Defense from standard labor law.
June 2026
6 events- Union groups, including the AFL-CIO, are mobilizing voters to influence political outcomes.
- Liz Shuler was reelected as AFL-CIO President after a convention held in Minneapolis, addressing local resistance in Minnesota.
- The city of Scranton agreed to a contract extension with the local firefighters' union.
- Donald Norcross sponsored the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which the AFL-CIO supports, allowing mediation via FMCS.
- AFL-CIO targeted the right wing of the GOP, which is led by Donald Trump.
- AI companies and labor unions are forming a coalition to fund worker retraining initiatives for the AI economy.