Major Rail Union Rejects Deal Brokered by Biden

“A union representing rail conductors narrowly voted to reject a collective bargaining agreement orchestrated by the Biden administration, moving one step closer to a freight rail strike that appeared averted two months ago,” USA Today reports.

“The split among the two largest rail unions comes after three smaller unions already rejected the agreement with rail companies that was brokered by the White House in September. All 12 freight rail unions must approve a new contract for ratification.”

“A rail strike or lockout in December could paralyze the economy by halting the shipment of many foods and other critical goods before the holiday season.”