Press Releases Archive
AFSCME’s Saunders: This is a blatant attempt to hold federal workers hostage, instead of addressing an imminent extreme increase in ACA premiums for 22 million Americans
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after the Office of Management and Budget threatened mass firings of federal workers in the event of a federal government shutdown.
Unions Sue Trump Administration Over Union Busting at Voice of America, USAGM
AFSCME, AFGE say move to strip workers of their collective bargaining rights is attempt by administration to silence their First Amendment rights
Federal Judge Rebukes Trump Administration for Firing Essential Federal Employees
In a sharply worded decision issued late Friday, a federal district judge ruled that the Trump Administration broke the law by firing federal workers employed in vital roles protecting public safety and supporting the U.S. economy.
Saunders on the federal court ruling federal probationary employees were wrongfully fired: This is a major victory for AFSCME members and our communities
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement on the summary judgment granted to AFSCME by the United States District Court for the Northern District of California:
AFSCME’s Saunders: Big ugly jobs report highlights Trump administration’s failing anti-worker policies
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement on the Bureau of Labor Statistics August jobs report:
Libraries, Museums, Cultural Institutions, and Nation’s Largest Cultural Worker Union Urge Court to Block President Trump’s Effort to Dismantle the Nation’s Cultural and Educational Infrastructure
Supporting Brief Highlights the Devastating Impact of Executive Order Gutting the Institute of Museum and Library Services
AFSCME’s Saunders: Stripping Voice of America workers of their union is a clear act of retaliation. But we will not back down.
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement after President Trump moved to strip Voice of America employees of their union
AFSCME’s Saunders: As trust in Congress and big corporations hits new lows, support for unions remains strong — and for good reason.
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in response to Gallup’s annual Labor Day poll showing public support for unions has held steady, near all-time highs.
AFSCME’s Saunders on proposed PSLF eligibility changes: This unlawful rule shows how little this administration cares about public service workers.
AFSCME’s Saunders on proposed PSLF eligibility changes: This unlawful rule shows how little this administration cares about public service workers.
AFSCME’s Saunders: As we mark Social Security’s 90th anniversary, we strengthen our commitment to protecting retirement security for all
AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of the 90th anniversary of Social Security