Ken Hall Finds a Sweet Loophole in the IBT Constitution
Ken Hall cashed in on a loophole to take home over $400,000 in Teamster salaries, allowances, and pensions.
Carhaul Contract Votes Finally Revealed
One month after the fact, the Hoffa administration has finally revealed the local-by-local vote results on the Jack Cooper contract vote of September 12. It took them one month to tally 25 numbers?
Members Elect Reformers to Rebuild 71
After Voting No against contract givebacks, members have voted out pro-Hoffa officers in Charlotte Local 71. Members elected TDU activist Willie Ford and the Rebuild 71 Slate to lead their local. Ford beat the incumbent president by 757 to 286.
Proposed Change for YRC and Holland
YRCW management has submitted a proposed change of operations to combine two very small Holland and YRC terminals in Northern Michigan. Affected Teamsters would dovetail into a Holland terminal operation, which would pick up and deliver YRC and Holland freight.
General President Candidate Sean O’Brien To Address TDU Convention
TDU members will vote on endorsing candidates for International Union office at the TDU Convention in Chicago, November 1-3. With the 2021 election for General President set to begin, Sean O’Brien will outline his vision and action plans for our union.
Central States Pension Fund: $12.9 Billion
The second quarter financial report of the Central States Pension Fund shows $12.9 billion in assets, compared to $13.2 billion at the end of 2018. The funds assets have declined $289 million in six months.
Why Has Hoffa Hidden the Carhaul Contract Vote?
For the first time, the Hoffa administration has refused to reveal the local-by-local vote on a national contract. This cover-up must end: let members see the votes on the Jack Cooper contract modification which was reported ratified on September 12.
Fight Harassment with the Online OJS Checklist
Use TDU's new online tool to document your OJS or one-day ride so you have the records you need if the company tries to harass or discipline you for production.
Arbitrator Waters Down 9.5 Rights at UPS
UPS drivers’ rights were watered down when the IBT lost an important arbitration decision on 9.5 protections against excessive overtime.
Jack Cooper Concessions Deal Goes Through
Carhaul Director Kevin Moore announced Teamsters at Jack Cooper have accepted a “Restructuring Term Sheet” that allows for concessions under the current carhaul contract. The company claimed they needed new terms to stay in business. The vote was 868 Yes to 427 No.
