Fired Democrat NLRB member sues Trump over ouster
Gwin Wilcox, a Democratic member of the National Labor Committee (NLRB), fired by President Trump, appealed to the expulsion on Wednesday. WILLCOx's lawyer claims that Trump's dismissal is an “blatant violation” of the removal of NLRB members, including the National Labor Law (NLRA). Some legal experts believe that with the removal of two Democratic members, […]
Dartmouth basketball team drops effort to unionize ahead of Republican NLRB control
Dartmouth's men's basketball team has halted its efforts to unionize, withdrawing the effort before it can be considered by a labor committee made up of appointees appointed by President-elect Trump. “While our strategy is changing, we will continue to advocate for fair compensation, adequate health insurance, and safe working conditions for Dartmouth's varsity athletes,” said […]
JD Vance Casts Deciding Vote to Block Biden’s NLRB Pick
Vice President-elect J.D. Vance flew to Washington on Wednesday to block President Joe Biden's nomination to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). On Wednesday afternoon, senators rejected Lauren McFarlane's nomination to remain on the NLRB board by a one-vote margin, giving President-elect Donald Trump the opportunity to nominate her replacement. The 50-49 vote ensures that […]
NLRB Rules Dartmouth Men’s Basketball Players Employees
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a historic ruling Monday declaring Dartmouth’s men’s basketball team to be employees and therefore eligible to form a union. In a 26-page ruling, the NLRB said the players could be classified as employees under U.S. labor law because they are paid by the university. “Because Dartmouth has the […]
NLRB official rules Dartmouth basketball players can unionize
Local officials with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled Monday that Dartmouth College basketball players are considered school employees and can move forward with holding a union election. The landmark ruling, which allows Dartmouth and the NCAA to appeal to the entire NLRB, could lead to the first player union in college sports. 15 […]
NLRB Claims SpaceX Illegally Fired Employees for Criticizing Elon Musk
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has alleged that SpaceX illegally fired eight employees who distributed a letter criticizing CEO Elon Musk's public behavior. new york times report The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced that it has filed serious allegations against SpaceX, the space transportation company led by CEO Elon Musk. In a recent […]
SpaceX in new lawsuit claims NLRB structure violates Constitution
SpaceX sued the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) on Thursday, alleging that the agency's structure violates the Constitution. The move comes after the NLRB filed a complaint against SpaceX on Wednesday, alleging the company illegally fired eight employees who drafted and distributed an open letter detailing workplace concerns. of space x suit calls the charges […]
Elon Musk’s SpaceX sues NLRB after it was accused of illegally firing workers
Rocket and satellite maker SpaceX on Thursday ordered an injunction against a lawsuit accusing Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk of illegally firing an employee who sent a letter to executives saying he “distracted and embarrassed” him. filed a lawsuit with the U.S. Labor Relations Board seeking SpaceX claims in a lawsuit filed in federal court […]