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Trader Joe’s Union Files to Force Company to Recognize Union Under New NLRB Rule
The union is likely the first to seek a bargaining order under the groundbreaking new rule.
Ohio Ballot Board Sued Over Ballot Language of Abortion Rights Amendment
Reproductive rights advocates say deceptive language is a last-ditch effort to confuse voters ahead of November.
New Orleans Workers Organize First E-Bike Ride Sharing Union in US
Led by trans mechanics, Blue Krewe United received union recognition this month.
Ruling Allows New Jersey’s Last ICE Jail to Remain Open Despite State Ban
Biden supported a private prison company’s suit to keep the jail open, but immigrant rights activists aren’t giving up.
California Attorney General Sues School District Over Anti-Trans Policies
The new policies violate “state laws safeguarding” student rights, state Attorney General Robert Bonta said.
White House Tries to Dismiss Lawsuit Filed by Asylum Seeker Separated From Son
The mother behind the lawsuit developed facial paralysis and depression from the trauma of being separated from her son.
Green Groups Call on US Credit Agency to Reject Papua New Guinea LNG Project
The coalition called on the Biden administration to fulfill its pledge not to support new fossil fuel projects abroad.
White House Announces First 10 Drugs Big Pharma Will Have to Negotiate Costs On
The new negotiation rules were passed as part of the Inflation Reduction Act, which Biden signed into law last year.
Kaiser Permanente Workers Begin Strike Authorization Vote
The union representing 40% of the company's health care workers cited unfair labor practices and unsafe staffing levels.
Trump Says He’ll Appeal March 4 Federal Trial Date. Legal Experts Say He Can’t.
Trump's lawyers can file motions that could delay the trial, but they cannot formally appeal the date itself.