We’re the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers). 600,000 working-class heroes making North America move.
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The recent Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (@CBTU72) Convention in Atlanta drew a thousand labor activists from around the world, including a two dozen IAM delegates, who were challenged to organize new members, fight for good jobs and politically mobilize.
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The IAM Kentucky/Tennessee Joint State Council recently gathered in Louisville to energize the union’s powerful pro-labor political base.
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The IAM Union is once again revving up for a powerful cause for our favorite charity - supporting @GuideDogsGDA through the 2026 Kourpias K-9 Classic motorcycle ride, presented by the IAM Union Western Territory.
Save-the-date for July 10-12, 2026!
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Jun 12
The IAM Union is fighting to rebuild America's shipyards and create thousands of good-paying jobs.
Join us in urging Congress to support the SHIPS for America Act and restore policies that strengthen our domestic shipbuilding industry.
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The 2026 @AFLCIO Convention was a powerful display of the strength of working people & solidarity powering our labor movement.
Several @TTDAFLCIO affiliated unions represented transportation labor with creative, educational, & interactive Exhibit Hall booths. 💪
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.@Labor_Caucus is calling for a federal investigation into Apple's planned closure of its unionized Towson store.
The IAM Union welcomes the support and will continue fighting for fair treatment and accountability. goiam.org/news/apple-under-f…
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From the shop floor to the Texas State Senate.
The Summer 2026 IAM Journal highlights how IAM member and aerospace mechanic Taylor Rehmet made history as the first rank-and-file union member elected to the Texas State Senate. ✊
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IAM Local 62A's bargaining committee recently completed negotiation preparation training at the @IAMW3Center ahead of upcoming talks with Collins Aerospace.
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ICYMI: The IAM Union urges North Carolina lawmakers to reject a proposed constitutional amendment that would permanently enshrine the state's so-called "right-to-work" law.
Workers deserve stronger rights, not more barriers to organizing.
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The latest IAM Journal has arrived.
Read stories from across the IAM, including a historic Texas State Senate victory, veteran outreach efforts, grievance wins, and the solidarity powering our union's future.
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Jun 12
IAM members laced up their boots and joined the Do Good Multnomah Ruck March in Portland, helping raise funds and awareness for veterans facing homelessness and other challenges.
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The IAM Union is condemning Whirlpool's decision to eliminate 288 jobs at its Amana, Iowa, facility, affecting members of IAM Local 1526.
These layoffs follow hundreds of previous job cuts while Whirlpool continues expanding operations in Mexico.
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Jun 12
The 30th @AFLCIO Convention brought together labor leaders and union members from across the country to advance policies that support working families.
IAM delegates proudly represented our union throughout the week and helped shape labor's priorities for the future.
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WATCH: Thousands of @AFLCIO Convention delegates heard a powerful story of resilience and solidarity from IAM member Maximo Londonio and his wife, Crystal.
Following Maximo's wrongful detention, IAM members mobilized to support his family and fight for his release.
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The World Cup is here! ⚽
As the globe comes together for the beautiful game, IAM Union, @iamunioncanada and @TCUnionHQ members are helping players and fans get where they need to go.
We’re keeping planes flying, trains moving, and transit running across North America. 🇺🇸🇨🇦
🏆 History starts now - Good luck to our players at the World Cup!
🔥 Buena suerte a nuestros jugadores en el Mundial 2026!
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Jun 11
Everything is too damn expensive.
The solution isn’t struggling alone.
It’s organizing together. reuters.com/world/i-love-inf…
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Huge thanks to our booth volunteers from @GuideDogsGDA, @MachinistsInst1 and IAM Local S6 for helping @aflcio Convention attendees explore VR simulations and learn more about the life-changing work of our favorite charity.
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Proud to represent the IAM @AlstomUSA members who manufacture NextGen Acela locomotives and the IAM and @TCUnionHQ members who man, operate, and maintain them for @Amtrak!
ICYMI: NextGen Acela has officially reached one million customer trips and counting on America’s only high-speed rail service.
Thank you to every customer helping power the future of passenger rail in America.
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IAM Union communicators from different industries across the country are sharpening their skills in the Basic Communicators class, led by the IAM Communications Department, at the @IAMW3Center this week!
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Learning video production, drafting written pieces, creating graphics, practicing press relations, studying photography, and working on social media strategy — these members will leave ready to promote our union's values and amplify working people's voices across every medium!
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