US port strike adds another uncertainty to Fed's outlook
WEB12 hours ago — NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct 1 (Reuters) - The COVID-19 pandemic's crushing blow to global supply chains also scarred U.S. Federal Reserve officials who thought the fallout from disrupted ports...
Strikes during the COVID-19 pandemic - Wikipedia
WEBStrikes occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic due to many factors including: hazard pay or low pay, unsafe working conditions (due to poor social distancing or a lack of personal protective equipment), inability to pay rent. These strikes are separate from the various protests that occurred over responses to the pandemic. Overview of strikes.
How today's labor strikes, COVID and the 'Great Resignation' are ... - NPR
WEBNov 2, 2021 — Thousands of workers across the U.S. are on strike, demanding better wages, better working conditions and more benefits.
Looming port strike will test Biden’s supply chain efforts
WEB3 days ago — A labor strike in ports along the East and Gulf coasts will be the latest test for the Biden administration’s efforts to descramble supply chains after the Covid-19 pandemic. | Nathan Howard...
Facing a possible strike at US ports, Biden administration urges ...
WEB4 days ago — Top Biden administration officials met with port operators ahead of a possible strike at East and Gulf coast ports, with a union contract set to expire late Monday.
Justice Department Announces Results of Nationwide COVID-19 …
WEBAug 23, 2023 — The Justice Department announced today the results of a coordinated, nationwide enforcement action to combat COVID-19 fraud, which included 718 enforcement actions – including federal criminal charges against 371 defendants – for offenses related to over $836 million in alleged COVID-19 fraud.
Thousands of hotel workers launch strike after talks stall with top ...
WEBSep 2, 2024 — Thousands of hotel workers began a multiday strike in several cities across the U.S. to press for higher wages and increased staffing after contract negotiations with major hotel chains Hyatt,...
Kaiser strike: More than 75,000 health care workers walk off the job - NPR
WEBOct 4, 2023 — Over 75,000 workers — including nurses, emergency department technicians, pharmacists and hundreds of others — went on strike in California, Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Virginia and...
How the Pandemic Has Added to Labor Unrest - The New York Times
WEBNov 1, 2021 — While big companies wield considerable power, Covid’s economic disruption has given workers new leverage, contributing to a recent upturn in strikes.
Kaiser Permanente: Over 75,000 US healthcare workers go on strike - BBC
WEBOct 4, 2023 — Over 75,000 union workers at healthcare provider Kaiser Permanente have gone on strike, beginning the largest walkout by health workers in US history. The three-day work stoppage involves nurses...