Four biggest public-sector unions allocated 86% of member dues to progressive causes in 2024

Union Spending on Political Activities Reaches $915 Million The four largest public sector unions in the U.S. have invested approximately $915 million in elections and progressive political activities during the 2024 election cycle. A significant 86% of this spending was funded through member dues. A report recently released by the Commonwealth Foundation, a nonprofit based […]
TEVI TROY: The relationship between presidents and public-sector unions is complicated

Recently, President Donald Trump terminated public trade union contracts for many federal employees. Since these workers were associated with agencies related to national security, Trump opted to use national security immunity, bypassing the usual federal employee regulations. This decision stems from an executive order issued in March that broadens the range of agencies eligible for […]