American Federation of Teachers.
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers made donations to the Democrat Party, Center for American Progress, and Clinton Foundation.Some support1 report
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Jennifer Zhang analyzed federal law changes regarding loan forgiveness while the AFT pushed for expanded repayment programs.Some support1 report1 development inside
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AFT alleges the Department of Education unlawfully blocked loan relief measures.Some support1 report
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Union and business groups are fighting over tax policy as retailers worry about the end of cannabis sales.Some support1 report
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A coalition, including the American Federation of Teachers, sued DHS over new visa limits, claiming the rule violates the Administrative Procedure Act.Some support6 reports1 development inside
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The IRGC wrote a letter urging Americans to stop their government, while US labor unions protested the US Israeli war machine and demanded an end to the war with Iran.Some support1 report
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Trump announced plans to scale up ICE raids while the American Federation of Teachers trained local democracy defenders.Some support1 report
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The new event details the policies of the Trump administration regarding the American Federation of Teachers, involving union president Randi Weingarten, as of May 27th.Well supported8 reports
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Don Beyer, the American Federation of Teachers, and Hernandez protested Donald Trump's political power in Alexandria.Some support1 report
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Local rally in Fargo was part of nationwide mobilization, organized by AFT and Voto Latino.Some support1 report
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Microsoft and OpenAI are funding an AFT training initiative for AI tools used in Long Island City classrooms.Some support2 reports
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A coalition including American Federation of Teachers groups is active in Oklahoma and Texas.Some support1 report
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Kathy Hochul is pushing for a scholarship program implementation in New York despite opposition from powerful teachers unions, tied to a Trump-approved tax credit.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Layoffs and campus funding cuts are affecting Atlantic City, requiring adherence to collective bargaining rules.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Unionized faculty at Stockton University are affiliated with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT).Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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AFT, led by Randi Weingarten, announced union wins across several cities and made political statements.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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In North Carolina, the education system is facing a push for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in AI models, driven by the newly elected Superintendent and supported by NEA/AFT affiliates, following gubernatorial vetoes.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Linda McMahon called for greater transparency in US higher education.Some support1 report
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Antonio Reynoso is campaigning for office while currently serving as Brooklyn Borough President, with his district including parts of Queens.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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In the state legislature, a debate on AI policy is underway, where specific actors are advocating for candidate testing AI policies and stating opposition to current regulation frameworks.Some support1 report
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Pennsylvania's state budget includes teacher stipends, but policies are reportedly causing negative impacts on educators.Some support1 report
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The American Federation of Teachers advocates for policy changes affecting educators in Ohio.Some support2 reports
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Randi Weingarten, president of the AFT, is linked to former Minnesota officials and her teaching inspiring a new generation of leaders.Some support1 report
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Kathy Hochul faced opposition from teachers unions while also meeting with Agudath Israel leaders.Some support3 reports
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The American Federation of Teachers is advocating against the tax credit program and urging rejection of the Trump school voucher plan.Some support1 report
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NewsGuard is accused of unfairly targeting conservative media sites, leading the American Federation of Teachers to use the tool for information filtering.Some support1 report
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The National Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers are major teacher unions in the US, and Randi Weingarten serves as the president of the AFT.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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While connected to her alma mater, Weingarten is addressing labor issues and engaging with AAUP regarding graduate student issues.Some support1 report
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Pinho discussed the limits of educational standards and shared views on extreme left-wing educational activism.Well supported4 reports
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A Trump administration rule is impacting the American Federation of Teachers in Massachusetts.Well supported8 reports
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The University of Michigan operates the Michigan Medicine healthcare complex, and the American Federation of Teachers represents graduate student workers at U-M.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The American Federation of Teachers backed Stefany Shaheen, while Mike Johnson endorsed Anthony DiLorenzo's candidacy.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The American Federation of Teachers collaborated with Microsoft for training related to AI deployment.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Lisa Gilbert is active in Indiana, participating in local events. Her coalition, which includes the American Federation of Teachers, is operating in the state.Some support1 report
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Advocacy groups, including the American Federation of Teachers, are campaigning for public education stability and against privatization.Some support1 report
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A Wisconsin representative introduced a bill concerning educational policy, which received support from the American Federation of Teachers.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A proposed ban on screens through second grade in Wisconsin mirrors a plan from the American Federation of Teachers.Some support3 reports
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The AFT launched a boycott against Target Corporation, involving multiple city systems including St. Paul, New York City, Kansas City, and others.Well supported4 reports
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Governor Hobbs vetoed an opt-in to a federal program and addressed a proposed education tax credit program in Arizona.Some support3 reports
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AFT union operations in Minnesota are tied to state issues, and members are being steered away from Target Corporation.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) partnered with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) to provide psychosocial support and donate mattresses to affected teachers in Guyana.Some support1 report
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The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers are being scrutinized over high leadership pay, with analysis provided by the Pacific Research Institute.Some support1 report
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The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) represented staff at Santa Fe Community College.Some support1 report
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Teachers and the American Federation of Teachers are seeking and endorsing a candidate to provide support for New Haven Public Schools.Some support1 report
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Corey A. DeAngelis criticized the direction of unions, including the Chicago Teachers Union, and scrutinized AFT leadership.Some support2 reports
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Gary Bauer critiques the political remarks made by the American Federation of Teachers President.Some support1 report
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The House launched a probe into the American Federation of Teachers' spending of dues, specifically regarding funding for Randi Weingarten's book.Well supported6 reports
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Juliana Bennett is running in the Madison district of Wisconsin and was endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers.Some support1 report
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Mimi Stewart introduced a bill in New Mexico as teachers use their union to advocate for policy changes regarding parental leave.Some support1 report
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The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers report declining student competency levels and urge governors to reject EFTC funding.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Advocates for teacher pay raises and benefits.Well supported3 reports
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A district in Providence, RI is regaining control after years of state oversight, facing union pushback and performance reviews.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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The American Federation of Teachers is proposing training solutions to address the labour deficit in Jamaica.Some support2 reports
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Leading unions, including the American Federation of Teachers, are opposing federal school choice programs in Nevada and issuing warnings about the scholarships.Some support1 report
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The integration of AI into education is showing promise in areas like lesson planning and grading, but the technology is simultaneously overwhelming the education system and screen time limits.Some support1 report
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An incident from 2023 involved allegations that the interests of a major teachers' union affected the quality of education in Baltimore.Some support1 report
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The American Federation of Teachers represented faculty members at Miami University on May 21, 2026.Some support1 report
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The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers co-introduced the Full-Service Community School Expansion Act.Some support1 report
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Marty Walsh and Anthony Fauci discussed systemic issues, crime, and school reopening guidelines.Some support1 report
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News at the entities that move American Federation of Teachers most-
National Education Association OperationalBrad Smith is running against Glenn Grothman in the primary for Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District, backed by the NEA.Moves American Federation of Teachers
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Microsoft OperationalDemocrats gained control of both chambers of Congress while major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta continue to deploy AI infrastructure in the US.Moves American Federation of Teachers
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Donald Trump OperationalNPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Moves American Federation of Teachers
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OpenAI StructuralOpenAI is in talks with BlackRock and UAE investment funds, while AI spending concerns are impacting technology stocks, including Tesla.Moves American Federation of Teachers
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Louisiana StructuralLocal food production centers in Lafayette are currently active.Moves American Federation of Teachers
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Bill Cassidy OperationalTrump's political actions impacted Bill Cassidy's primary run, benefiting Trump-endorsed candidates.Moves American Federation of Teachers
Connections
The 40 strongest of 106, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Randi Weingarten Structural
Randi Weingarten serves as the President and leader of the American Federation of Teachers.
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National Education Association Operational
The two major teacher unions actively coordinate policy advocacy and engage in direct competition and shared political scrutiny.
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Microsoft Operational
Microsoft and AFT maintain a formal partnership, negotiating AI privacy standards and funding joint educational initiatives.
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Donald Trump Operational
The union actively opposes the political figure's policies and administration through criticism, litigation, and political protest.
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DHS Operational
AFT actively challenges DHS rules and policies through filed complaints and legal action.
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Target Corporation Operational
The AFT actively pressures Target Corporation through organized boycotts, criticism of labor practices, and financial stake.
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Shaheen Transactional
The American Federation of Teachers formally endorsed Shaheen for political office.
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Center for American Progress Transactional
The American Federation of Teachers provided a $250,000 grant to the Center for American Progress.
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OpenAI Structural
OpenAI provides funding and engages in policy pacts with the AFT to support AI initiatives and training.
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Department of Education Operational
AFT actively challenges the Department of Education through advocacy and legal action regarding student loan policies.
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Miami University Structural
The American Federation of Teachers represents the faculty members employed by Miami University.
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Clinton Foundation Transactional
AFT provided a $75,000 donation to the Clinton Foundation.
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Antonio Reynoso Transactional
The American Federation of Teachers provided significant financial support to Antonio Reynoso through campaign donations and super PAC funding.
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NewsGuard Structural
AFT utilizes NewsGuard as a service to filter and evaluate information sources.
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Stockton University Structural
AFT's collective bargaining rules formally regulate employment decisions and faculty affiliation at Stockton University.
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David Steffen Operational
David Steffen actively supports and aligns with the policy proposals and calls of the American Federation of Teachers.
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Linda McMahon Operational
McMahon, as Education Secretary, implements policies that lead to direct conflict and legal challenges from the American Federation of Teachers.
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Kathy Hochul Operational
The union actively applies demands and opposition to Hochul regarding her policy positions, particularly school choice.
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Louisiana Structural
The operational base of the American Federation of Teachers is reliant on the state education funding structure of Louisiana.
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University of Michigan Structural
AFT serves as the representative body for graduate student workers within the University of Michigan.
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AFL-CIO Operational
AFT and AFL-CIO actively collaborate and share platforms on political campaigns and goals.
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New York City Operational
The American Federation of Teachers actively advocates for and influences policy decisions regarding AI use within the New York City school system.
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Google Operational
AFT actively criticizes Google for prioritizing business interests, indicating a direct conflict.
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House Operational
House actively investigated allegations of dues misuse within AFT, while AFT also engages in political surveying.
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Department of Education Operational
The relationship between the Department of Education and the American Federation of Teachers is characterized by critical policy interaction, including concerns over administrative overreach.
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Elon Musk Operational
The relationship is characterized by ideological differences on labor policy and political targeting.
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Al Sharpton Transactional
AFT provided funding to National Action Network, an organization associated with Al Sharpton.
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Providence Operational
The leadership of both organizations engaged in competitive actions, specifically arguing against proposed reform efforts.
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American Association of University Professors Operational
The two organizations actively coordinate their efforts by issuing joint statements on educational policy.
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Arizona Supreme Court Structural
The Arizona Supreme Court has ruled that the American Federation of Teachers violated state law.
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Luke Bronin Operational
The relationship is characterized by accusations that Luke Bronin's professional conduct was in opposition to the goals of the American Federation of Teachers.
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Bill Cassidy Operational
Bill Cassidy actively advocates for charter revocation policies that conflict with the interests represented by the American Federation of Teachers.
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Meta Structural
Meta provides financial support through payments that contribute to the bonuses of members of the American Federation of Teachers.
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Wisconsin Operational
The American Federation of Teachers actively challenges state legislation and represents educators within Wisconsin.
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Democratic Party Operational
The Democratic Party and the American Federation of Teachers are noted as members of a political coalition.
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Bernie Sanders Mentioned together
Bernie Sanders and the American Federation of Teachers were observed participating in the same assembly.
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City of New York Structural
The City of New York's policies affect the operational activities of the American Federation of Teachers.
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Juliana Bennett Transactional
AFT endorsed Juliana Bennett for union rights.
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New Mexico Shared context
The union operates within the political and educational context of New Mexico.
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Pennsylvania Transactional
The state budget provides stipends for teachers, establishing a funding relationship between the state and the represented group.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
12 events- The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers made donations to the Democrat Party, Center for American Progress, and Clinton Foundation.
- Jennifer Zhang analyzed federal law changes regarding loan forgiveness while the AFT pushed for expanded repayment programs.
- AFT alleges the Department of Education unlawfully blocked loan relief measures.
- Union and business groups are fighting over tax policy as retailers worry about the end of cannabis sales.
- The IRGC wrote a letter urging Americans to stop their government, while US labor unions protested the US Israeli war machine and demanded an end to the war with Iran.
- Trump announced plans to scale up ICE raids while the American Federation of Teachers trained local democracy defenders.
- Don Beyer, the American Federation of Teachers, and Hernandez protested Donald Trump's political power in Alexandria.
- Local rally in Fargo was part of nationwide mobilization, organized by AFT and Voto Latino.
- A coalition including American Federation of Teachers groups is active in Oklahoma and Texas.
- Layoffs and campus funding cuts are affecting Atlantic City, requiring adherence to collective bargaining rules.
- Unionized faculty at Stockton University are affiliated with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT).
- Linda McMahon called for greater transparency in US higher education.
September 2026
14 events- Kathy Hochul is pushing for a scholarship program implementation in New York despite opposition from powerful teachers unions, tied to a Trump-approved tax credit.
- In the state legislature, a debate on AI policy is underway, where specific actors are advocating for candidate testing AI policies and stating opposition to current regulation frameworks.
- Pennsylvania's state budget includes teacher stipends, but policies are reportedly causing negative impacts on educators.
- The American Federation of Teachers advocates for policy changes affecting educators in Ohio.
- Randi Weingarten, president of the AFT, is linked to former Minnesota officials and her teaching inspiring a new generation of leaders.
- Kathy Hochul faced opposition from teachers unions while also meeting with Agudath Israel leaders.
- The American Federation of Teachers is advocating against the tax credit program and urging rejection of the Trump school voucher plan.
- NewsGuard is accused of unfairly targeting conservative media sites, leading the American Federation of Teachers to use the tool for information filtering.
- While connected to her alma mater, Weingarten is addressing labor issues and engaging with AAUP regarding graduate student issues.
- A Trump administration rule is impacting the American Federation of Teachers in Massachusetts.
- Lisa Gilbert is active in Indiana, participating in local events. Her coalition, which includes the American Federation of Teachers, is operating in the state.
- Advocacy groups, including the American Federation of Teachers, are campaigning for public education stability and against privatization.
- A Wisconsin representative introduced a bill concerning educational policy, which received support from the American Federation of Teachers.
- A proposed ban on screens through second grade in Wisconsin mirrors a plan from the American Federation of Teachers.
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August 2026
10 events- A coalition, including the American Federation of Teachers, sued DHS over new visa limits, claiming the rule violates the Administrative Procedure Act.
- Microsoft and OpenAI are funding an AFT training initiative for AI tools used in Long Island City classrooms.
- In North Carolina, the education system is facing a push for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in AI models, driven by the newly elected Superintendent and supported by NEA/AFT affiliates, following gubernatorial vetoes.
- The AFT launched a boycott against Target Corporation, involving multiple city systems including St. Paul, New York City, Kansas City, and others.
- Governor Hobbs vetoed an opt-in to a federal program and addressed a proposed education tax credit program in Arizona.
- AFT union operations in Minnesota are tied to state issues, and members are being steered away from Target Corporation.
- The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) partnered with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) to provide psychosocial support and donate mattresses to affected teachers in Guyana.
- The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers are being scrutinized over high leadership pay, with analysis provided by the Pacific Research Institute.
- The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) represented staff at Santa Fe Community College.
- Teachers and the American Federation of Teachers are seeking and endorsing a candidate to provide support for New Haven Public Schools.
July 2026
10 events- AFT, led by Randi Weingarten, announced union wins across several cities and made political statements.
- Pinho discussed the limits of educational standards and shared views on extreme left-wing educational activism.
- The American Federation of Teachers backed Stefany Shaheen, while Mike Johnson endorsed Anthony DiLorenzo's candidacy.
- The American Federation of Teachers collaborated with Microsoft for training related to AI deployment.
- Corey A. DeAngelis criticized the direction of unions, including the Chicago Teachers Union, and scrutinized AFT leadership.
- Gary Bauer critiques the political remarks made by the American Federation of Teachers President.
- The House launched a probe into the American Federation of Teachers' spending of dues, specifically regarding funding for Randi Weingarten's book.
- Juliana Bennett is running in the Madison district of Wisconsin and was endorsed by the American Federation of Teachers.
- Mimi Stewart introduced a bill in New Mexico as teachers use their union to advocate for policy changes regarding parental leave.
- The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers report declining student competency levels and urge governors to reject EFTC funding.
June 2026
13 events- The new event details the policies of the Trump administration regarding the American Federation of Teachers, involving union president Randi Weingarten, as of May 27th.
- Antonio Reynoso is campaigning for office while currently serving as Brooklyn Borough President, with his district including parts of Queens.
- The National Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers are major teacher unions in the US, and Randi Weingarten serves as the president of the AFT.
- The University of Michigan operates the Michigan Medicine healthcare complex, and the American Federation of Teachers represents graduate student workers at U-M.
- Advocates for teacher pay raises and benefits.
- A district in Providence, RI is regaining control after years of state oversight, facing union pushback and performance reviews.
- The American Federation of Teachers is proposing training solutions to address the labour deficit in Jamaica.
- Leading unions, including the American Federation of Teachers, are opposing federal school choice programs in Nevada and issuing warnings about the scholarships.
- The integration of AI into education is showing promise in areas like lesson planning and grading, but the technology is simultaneously overwhelming the education system and screen time limits.
- An incident from 2023 involved allegations that the interests of a major teachers' union affected the quality of education in Baltimore.
- The American Federation of Teachers represented faculty members at Miami University on May 21, 2026.
- The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers co-introduced the Full-Service Community School Expansion Act.
- Marty Walsh and Anthony Fauci discussed systemic issues, crime, and school reopening guidelines.