UAW Expands 'Stand Up' Strike to All Parts Distribution Plants at GM, Stellantis - Ford Spared

The United Auto Workers (UAW) significantly escalated its strike against General Motors and Stellantis on Friday.

UAW president Shawn Fain called on all workers in parts distribution centers at the two automakers to go on strike on Friday at noon. The move would impact 38 locations across 20 states, he said.

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