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GE Aerospace Strike: What to Know
More than 600 union workers authorized strike due to unresolved issues including job security and health care despite GE Aerospace's record profits exceeding $17 billion, union said.
- More than 600 United Auto Workers at GE Aerospace's Evendale, Ohio, and Erlanger, Kentucky, facilities went on strike at midnight Thursday after contract expiration.
- The strike came after negotiations that began on July 31 stalled over disagreements regarding a proposed 31% increase in health care costs, as well as union demands for stronger employment protections and improved leave benefits.
- GE Aerospace’s final offer included about $29,000 in additional compensation over three years, with increased paid time off and vacation, but the union called it insulting before the strike vote.
- UAW President Shawn Fain emphasized the importance of unity among workers, warning that companies like GE could quickly take advantage if they are divided. Meanwhile, employees voiced frustrations over stagnant wages and rising healthcare expenses.
- The strike highlights ongoing labor unrest in aerospace, with GE activating contingency plans to maintain operations amid workers pressing for improved compensation and benefits.
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WCPO CincinnatiUAW workers strike overnight after no deal made with GE Aerospace
United Auto Workers began striking at midnight Thursday after no deal was agreed upon with GE Aerospace.
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