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(WASHINGTON) – Teamsters Local 455 in Fort Morgan, Colo., has filed unfair labor practice charges against Cargill after the company cut off workers' access to pay and benefits. The charges come as the company continues to keep over 1,700 Teamsters locked out of the Fort Morgan beef processing facility. “Cargill is hurting working families in […]
(LIBERTY, Mo.) – Dozens of Transportation Operations Management (TOM) Team drivers at Amazon’s MCI9 facility have joined Teamsters Local 41, becoming the second group of semi-truck and tractor-trailer drivers at the company to organize with the Teamsters. “TOM Team drivers are just as important to Amazon’s operation as warehouse workers and last-mile drivers. That’s why […]
(WASHINGTON) – With bipartisan support, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed the Faster Labor Contracts Act (FLCA), a Teamsters-led bill that could become the strongest new labor legislation for American workers in generations. Just three weeks prior, the discharge petition filed by Congressman Donald Norcross (D-NJ, 1st District) received the 218 signatures needed to force […]
(BARRY, Ill.) – Members of Teamsters Local 916 at Ascend Wellness in Barry, Ill., have voted by a 92 percent margin to authorize a strike as they fight for their first contract. The workers cultivate, process, package, and distribute cannabis products for one of the nation’s largest multistate cannabis operators. “After more than a year […]
(BAKERSFIELD, Calif.) – A group of 243 workers at Panama-Buena Vista Union School District, represented by Teamsters Local 87, have voted overwhelmingly to ratify a new agreement with the K-8 public school district which serves the Bakersfield community across 25 schools. “This strong agreement is vital for me, my colleagues, and our students across the […]
Lester “Les” Singer, former Teamsters Central Region Vice President, passed away on May 10, 2026. Singer began his Teamsters career in 1963 as a driver for Coca-Cola. Several years later, he served as a business agent and as Vice President of Teamsters Local 20 in Toledo, Ohio — positions he held from 1978 until 1992. […]
(OAKLAND, Calif.) – Members of Teamsters Local 853 at Crystal Creamery in Oakland, Calif., have ratified a strong four-year contract covering drivers and loaders who distribute dairy products throughout Northern California. The agreement delivers wage increases, back pay, improved benefits, and stronger workplace protections. It also restores yearly route bidding for drivers and clearly defines […]
(SAN FRANCISCO) – Shuttle drivers and attendants at Vivalon Rides in San Francisco have voted to join Teamsters Local 665. The workers organized to secure better wages, stronger benefits, and a greater voice on the job while continuing to provide critical transportation services for San Franciscans who are unable to drive. “These workers provide an […]
(BRISTOL, Va.) – A group of 221 table games dealers and dual rates at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol have voted to join Teamsters Local 519. They’re seeking a fair first contract that includes higher wages, improved benefits, and a strong voice on the job. “Dealers and dual rates are the backbone of the […]
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters proudly recognizes our LGBTQ+ members as we celebrate June as Pride Month. We are the most powerful labor union in North America because of the diversity and strength of our membership. Every Teamster must be treated with respect and dignity at work, regardless of race, religion, creed, political affiliation, gender identification, or sexual orientation. As […]
SECRETARY-TREASURER
Eric Tate
PRESIDENT
Gilbert Baltazar
California Primary Endorsements – Teamsters Local 848 (June 2)