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Sean Astin, known for roles in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'Stranger Things,' was elected president of SAG-AFTRA, succeeding Fran Drescher, in a significant union leadership change involving approximately 160,000 entertainment professionals.
Sean Astin, known for his role in 'Lord of the Rings,' was elected president of SAG-AFTRA, succeeding Fran Drescher, with Michelle Hurd as secretary-treasurer, amid a low voter turnout. They campaigned on themes of returning production to the U.S., improving benefits, and AI protections, and will face upcoming contract negotiations in 2026.
Sean Astin was elected as the new national president of SAG-AFTRA, succeeding Fran Drescher, with Michelle Hurd as secretary-treasurer, amid declining voter turnout. The union faces upcoming contract negotiations with Hollywood studios, focusing on issues like AI technology and industry contraction.
SAG-AFTRA is preparing for a leadership transition as Fran Drescher steps down after her tumultuous tenure, with upcoming elections featuring candidates like Sean Astin and Chuck Slavin, amidst ongoing negotiations for better contracts, AI protections, and member welfare following the 2023 actors strike.
The United Automotive Workers (UAW) has filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to hold a new election at a Mercedes-Benz factory in Alabama, after 56% of workers voted against joining the union. The UAW alleges that Mercedes engaged in union-busting tactics, including firing pro-union employees and holding anti-union meetings. Mercedes denies these claims, stating they adhered to NLRB guidelines. This move follows a successful UAW election at a Volkswagen factory in Tennessee and ongoing union campaigns at other major automakers.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) has filed an objection with the National Labor Relations Board, accusing Mercedes of intimidating and coercing workers to vote against unionizing at two Alabama factories. The UAW claims Mercedes engaged in unlawful practices, including firing pro-union employees and holding anti-union meetings. Mercedes denies the allegations, stating that the majority of workers voted against union representation. The NLRB will review the objections and may order a new election if misconduct is confirmed.
The United Automobile Workers (U.A.W.) is seeking a new election at two Mercedes-Benz factories in Alabama, alleging that the automaker violated labor laws to suppress union support. The U.A.W. claims Mercedes-Benz conducted an anti-union campaign, including firing pro-union employees and forcing workers to watch anti-union videos. Mercedes-Benz denies these allegations, stating that the majority of workers did not want union representation. The National Labor Relations Board may order a new vote if it finds that the company's actions affected the election outcome.
Voting has concluded at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with the United Auto Workers awaiting the results. The outcome will determine whether workers have chosen to join the union, potentially altering labor history in the South. The plant, previously resistant to unionization, has drawn attention from politicians and industry leaders, with concerns raised about potential job losses and economic impact. The union's focus now shifts to the upcoming union election at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union election at a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, will test the strength of the resurgent labor movement in the South, with as many as 4,300 employees voting on whether to join the UAW. The election comes after the UAW's successful strike against major U.S. carmakers last fall, which led to increased interest in unionization at non-union firms. The outcome of this election will indicate whether recent labor strikes can translate into a resurgence of union growth in the U.S.
Six Republican governors from the South expressed "high concern" about United Auto Workers' organizing campaigns in the region, particularly the upcoming union election at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant. The governors accused the UAW of using "misinformation and scare tactics" and suggested that unionization could jeopardize jobs in their states. Despite opposition from politicians, union supporters are optimistic about the upcoming vote, while workers at the plant wish the politicians would stay out of the matter and let them vote freely.
Workers at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama have requested a union election to join the United Auto Workers, citing concerns about safety, scheduling, and unfair treatment. This follows a similar decision by Volkswagen employees in Tennessee. The organizing efforts have faced opposition from Republican officials and business groups in the south. The UAW has filed unfair labor practice charges against Mercedes-Benz over alleged union busting, including claims of retaliatory firing of a worker with stage 4 cancer, which the company denies.
Workers at Volkswagen's Chattanooga, Tennessee plant have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board to join the United Auto Workers, marking a significant milestone in the union's efforts to organize nonunionized auto plants in the U.S. The UAW's previous attempts to unionize foreign-based automakers in the U.S. have fallen short, including at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant in 2019. The plant, which employs over 4,000 workers, will now have an election to determine union representation, with Volkswagen expressing support for a democratic process and workers' right to organize.
The National Labor Relations Board has approved a union election for the Dartmouth College men’s basketball team, potentially setting a precedent for collegiate athletics. The decision comes after players petitioned to organize with a local arm of the SEIU, citing control exerted by coaches and school officials. Dartmouth disputes the classification of financial assistance as compensation and plans to seek a review of the order. This development is part of a broader battle between the NLRB and big-time college athletics, with implications for athlete classification and workplace rights.
A regional director for the National Labor Relations Board has ordered a union election for Dartmouth College men’s basketball players, ruling that they are school employees under the National Labor Relations Act due to the control exerted by the college over the players' work and the compensation they receive. This decision comes amid ongoing debates and legal battles over the employment status of college athletes, with the NLRB's general counsel viewing college athletes as employees of their schools. Dartmouth can seek a review of the ruling, but a player vote can be held in the meantime, potentially setting a precedent for college sports programs across the country.
Two challengers in the SAG-AFTRA election are calling for an outside mediator to help resolve the ongoing actors strike, criticizing the union's leadership for being too passive. Maya Gilbert-Dunbar and Peter Antico argue that a neutral third party is needed to restart talks with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. Fran Drescher, the current union president, is leading the strike demanding protections against the use of artificial intelligence, higher minimum rates, and a share of streaming revenue. The election results are expected to be announced soon, with Drescher and her running mate Joely Fisher likely to win reelection.