Workers at General Motors expand strike to more plants, as negotiations continue
Workers at General Motors (GM) have expanded their strike to more plants, as the union and company continue to negotiate a new contract. The strike, which began on September 15, 2023, has now affected 38 plants in 20 states.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union is demanding better wages, benefits, and job security for its members. The union has also criticized GM for moving jobs to Mexico and other low-cost countries.
GM has said that it is committed to reaching a fair contract with the UAW, but has also said that it needs to keep its costs competitive. The company has offered workers a 20% wage increase over the next four years, as well as a $10,000 signing bonus.
The strike has already had an impact on GM's production. The company has said that it is losing about $1 billion per week due to the strike.
What happens next?
It is unclear how long the strike will last. Both sides have said that they are committed to reaching a deal, but there are still some significant differences between the two parties.
The strike is having a negative impact on both workers and the company. Workers are losing wages, and GM is losing money. The strike is also causing uncertainty for the auto industry as a whole.
It is important for both sides to reach a deal as soon as possible. The strike is hurting workers, the company, and the auto industry as a whole.