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Major Rail Unions and Politicians Oppose or Support UP-Norfolk Southern Merger Over Safety and Impact Concerns

Originally Published 26 days ago — by NBC News

Two major rail unions oppose the proposed $85 billion merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern due to safety, cost, and competition concerns, while the deal has support from other stakeholders and is under review by the Surface Transportation Board.

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Unions Warn of Safety Risks with Remote-Controlled Trains

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times

Railroad unions are raising safety concerns about the increasing use of remote-controlled trains following a series of fatal accidents, including an incident in Buffalo where a young boy lost his leg. The technology, previously considered safer, is now under federal review as unions demand enhanced safety measures for these trains operating on open tracks.

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