The United Auto Workers (UAW) is expected to announce Friday whether it will expand its strike against the "Big Three" automakers: General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis. The strike, which began on September 15, currently involves over 12,000 workers at plants in Missouri, Ohio, and Michigan.
The UAW has threatened to expand the strike unless there is progress in contract negotiations. The union is seeking higher wages, improved benefits, and more job security. The automakers have offered raises and other concessions, but the UAW says the offers are not enough.
If the UAW expands the strike, it could have a significant impact on the auto industry and the economy. The "Big Three" automakers employ hundreds of thousands of workers in the United States and produce millions of vehicles each year. A prolonged strike could lead to production cuts and layoffs, and could also disrupt the supply chain for auto parts and other goods.
Headlines from the last 24 hours:
UAW president to make announcement on strike as deadline looms for GM, Ford, Stellantis (ABC News)
UAW strike update: Union could expand walkout Friday, with Chicago workers at Ford plant potentially joining picket line (ABC7 Chicago)
UAW strike threatens Chicago's auto industry (WTTW Chicago)
UAW strike could expand to Chicago Ford plant Friday (Chicago Tribune)
UAW strike: What to know about the union's demands and the automakers' response (Detroit Free Press)
The UAW strike is the first major labor strike in the US auto industry since 2007. It is also the longest UAW strike since 1970. The strike is a test of strength for both the union and the automakers. It is also a test of the Biden administration's ability to support workers and unions while also promoting economic growth.
The outcome of the UAW strike will have a significant impact on the future of the US auto industry and the labor movement.


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