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Michigan unions back Kamala Harris, tout her efforts to help workers
Thousands of union workers and retirees across Michigan—including 245,000 Teamsters—are throwing their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Report: New job projections multiply for massive new manufacturing project in Genesee County
Plans to redevelop land in Genesee County into one of Michigan’s largest manufacturing operations are getting even bigger—with reports calling for a $55 billion investment that will create 10,000 new jobs.
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Lobbyists bank on Republican state Supreme Court candidates to hold back worker wages
Corporate lobbyists want Republican-backed judges to take over the Michigan Supreme Court next year—and keep wages flat for thousands of minimum-wage workers.
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Pro-union group requests investigation of Webasto for alleged anti-union efforts at Detroit plant
A German-based auto parts manufacturer is facing another complaint about alleged union busting activities at its Detroit plant.
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Harris, union members and elected officials rally in Detroit on Labor Day
During a spirited Labor Day rally in Detroit on Monday, Vice President Kamala Harris committed to fostering “an opportunity economy” and supporting workers’ right to unionize.
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Report: Federal investments charge up 18,000 new EV manufacturing jobs for Michiganders
A recent analysis shows that federal policies and legislation have dramatically expanded investments in electric vehicle and EV battery manufacturing—especially in Michigan.
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Federal funds to help Michigan brighten up blight with new clean energy projects
With $130 million in federal grant funding, Michigan is set to help more local communities tap into renewable energy to lower costs, create jobs, and protect the environment.
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State seeks clarification on implementation of increases to minimum wage and paid sick time
State officials say there are more questions than answers following a decision last month by the Michigan Supreme Court that is expected to change the employment landscape in the state.
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Trump-appointed judge strikes down FTC ban on noncompete agreements
FTC spokesperson Victoria Graham said that the decision “does not prevent the FTC from addressing noncompetes through case-by-case enforcement actions” and said that the agency is “seriously considering” appealing the Texas court’s decision.
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UAW files federal labor charges against Trump and Elon Musk
The United Auto Workers Union (UAW) announced Tuesday that it has filed federal charges against former President Donald Trump and Tesla Founder Elon Musk saying the pair illegally threatened and intimidated workers.
