Top labor groups break with federal union's demand to end shutdown

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"Federal Labor Unionists Sticking Together Amid Government Shutdown: A Divided Front"

A crucial development in the ongoing government shutdown has emerged as top federal labor unions, including the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFGE), have broken ranks over a funding bill that would reopen the government.

Despite the AFGE's call for a "clean continuing resolution" - a measure aligned with Republicans who are unwilling to negotiate on healthcare issues until after lawmakers vote to end the shutdown - many leading labor unions continue to back the Democrats' strategy, which seeks an extension of Obamacare subsidies and remains committed to fighting what they perceive as an adversary in President Donald Trump.

The United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UF CW), one of the nation's largest labor unions with over 1.4 million members, is firmly supportive of a continued fight for affordable healthcare and government funding, according to an official who spoke with ABC News.

Meanwhile, AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler expressed strong criticism towards Trump's actions in an attempt to divide workers during a recent speech at the White House. She emphasized that Congress must act "to fix the health care crisis" and prioritize working people first.

While some smaller unions like Teamsters under President Sean O'Brien have sided with AFGE, their stance has also been criticized for prioritizing Republican interests over worker welfare concerns.

John Logan, a professor of U.S. labor history at San Francisco State University, noted that despite the divisions within the labor movement, key organizations are united in their opposition to Trump's shutdown tactics and commitment to fighting on behalf of workers.

The Labor Department reported thousands of federal employees without pay due to the shutdown, which entered its 30th day on Friday, leaving many uncertain about when they might receive compensation.

The ongoing standoff between Congress and the White House has led to concerns that some workers may face financial difficulties or have difficulty accessing essential services.
 
I mean, it's not surprising that labor unions are divided on this one... I guess what I'm saying is, if you're really passionate about affordable healthcare and government funding, it's kinda hard to see how backing the Democrats' strategy isn't just a way of supporting your own party's interests 🤷‍♀️. Still, I get why some unions want to fight on behalf of workers first... especially when it feels like the system is rigged against them anyway 💸. And honestly, who can blame them for being skeptical of Trump's actions? He does seem to have a way of stirring up drama wherever he goes 🎭.
 
I think it's kinda weird that these major labor unions can't agree on one thing. AFGE is like, super pro-AFGE, while others are all about fighting for affordable healthcare and government funding. It feels like they're not sticking together as a team 🤔. I mean, you'd think they'd want to unite against Trump's shutdown tactics, but nope! Each union has its own agenda 🤑. And what really gets me is that some unions are more concerned about pleasing Republicans than looking out for the workers' interests 💸. Can't we all just get along and support our feds during this shutdown? 😕
 
😬 The government shutdown is just a mess, but at least labor unions are sticking together 🤝🏽👥 - except for those who are playing politics over worker welfare ouch! 💸🚫
 
🤔 This labor situation is getting pretty messy, don't you think? I mean, you've got these big-name unions like AFGE and UF CW going in different directions on a funding bill - it's like they're speaking two different languages. The whole thing just feels super politicized, with everyone trying to score points against each other.

And then there are the smaller unions like Teamsters who are siding with one side or the other... it's hard to see how that's helping anyone in the long run. I mean, what's the real goal here? Is it about getting the government back open and avoiding a shutdown, or is it about making some kind of statement about Trump's policies?

I think what really needs to happen here is for these unions to take a step back and focus on what they're actually fighting for - which, let's be real, is mostly just trying to make sure working people have access to basic necessities like healthcare and fair wages. It's not that complicated.

And honestly, I'm a bit worried about all the federal employees who are getting hit with unpaid leave due to this shutdown. Thousands of people can't afford to go without pay for weeks on end - it's just not right. The whole thing feels like a huge mess, and I'm not sure how it's all going to get untangled. 🤷
 
it's like the labor unions are stuck in the middle 🤯... i feel bad for those federal employees who aren't getting paid, it's crazy they're dealing with this during tax season too 💸... maybe the divisions within the union will help keep an eye on lawmakers and make sure they prioritize working people's needs 🕊️
 
omg, this is crazy 🤯 labor unions are literally being torn apart over politics... i get it, healthcare & funding matter, but can't we all just come together? 🤝 they're making these workers go without pay for like 30 days already, that's no joke 💸 my heart goes out to those people who are struggling. i wish more unions would put aside their differences and fight for the same thing - a good deal for workers 👊
 
🤔 I think this is getting out of hand. Like, how can we expect labor unions to support Democrats and Republicans when there's a government shutdown affecting thousands of people who are basically stuck in limbo without pay? 🤑 It's not just about healthcare or funding; it's about workers being human beings with basic needs.

I mean, I get that AFGE wants a "clean continuing resolution" and all that jazz, but what's the point if we're just gonna keep going back and forth like this? 🔄 We need our leaders to step up and take action on behalf of everyday people. Meanwhile, these unions are all like "Hey, let's fight for what's right!" 💪 But what about the workers who can't afford food or rent because they're not getting paid?

It's time for us to get real about this. We need labor unions to put aside their differences and support each other – and by that, I mean all of us, not just their own members. 🤝
 
I'm low-key worried about these federal labor unionists 🤔. It seems like they're stuck in a tough spot, with some unions backing the Democrats' plan and others siding with Republicans who are being super stubborn about healthcare 🏥. Meanwhile, President Trump's actions are really pitting workers against each other, which is not cool at all 🚫. The fact that thousands of employees are going without pay because of this shutdown is just heartbreaking 💔. I think it's high time for Congress to get their act together and pass a funding bill ASAP 💨! #LaborUnions #GovernmentShutdown #WorkersUnite
 
Ugh, this is getting messy... Labor unions are literally splitting hairs over who's right and left 😩. Meanwhile, thousands of federal employees are still going without pay and struggling to make ends meet... 🤕 The shutdown is starting to take a toll on people's lives and I don't think anyone's thinking about the bigger picture here... 🙅‍♂️ AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler might be all fiery and passionate, but what's the real plan to fix healthcare for these workers? 💸 It's just more of the same old politics and infighting that gets us nowhere... 😞
 
🤔 This whole thing is a mess. Labor unions are supposed to be united for a reason, but now it's like they're more divided than ever 🚫. AFGE is all about getting the government back open, while others are fighting for healthcare subsidies... what's going on? 🤷‍♂️ It's like they can't agree on anything because of politics 💸. The workers who are suffering from this shutdown deserve better 👊.
 
OMG, i'm low-key worried bout them fedral labor unions rn 😩. they're literally stuck in the middle of a gov't shutdown & it's getting pretty messy 🤯. like, AFGE is all for a "clean continuing resolution" but others are still reppin' the Dem's stance on Obamacare subsidies 💸. meanwhile, Trump's all like "boo hoo" over being divided by his own workers 🙄. newsflash: we need unity, not drama 💔. and can we pls talk about the fact that thousands of fedral employees are stuck w/o pay? that's just wicked 😤. hope they get their act together ASAP 🤞
 
omg, can you believe these unions are like "us vs them" 🤷‍♂️? AFGE is all like "don't negotiate on healthcare issues" but UF CW is over here being like "healthcare for everyone is a human right"... meanwhile, the rest of us are just over here wondering when our paychecks will arrive 🤑📈. i mean, who doesn't love a good shutdown drama? 👀 and I'm starting to think these labor unions should just have their own reality TV show... "workers vs politicians" would be a hit! 💥
 
I'm so worried about these federal employees who are going without pay 🤕. It's crazy how a disagreement between parties can cause so much harm to people's lives. I feel like the labor unions should be more united on this, you know? They're supposed to represent the workers' interests, but instead, they're all over the place.

I mean, I get it, AFGE wants a "clean continuing resolution", and that makes sense for their members. But then what about the rest of us who aren't directly affected by the shutdown? It's like they're speaking different languages or something 🤔. Meanwhile, Trump is just sitting back, enjoying the chaos he created.

What I want to see is some real solidarity from these unions. We need people who are willing to stand up for what's right, even if it means disagreeing with each other. Otherwise, we're all going to get hurt in the end 🚫.
 
man i'm lowkey stressed about this gov shutdown 🤯 meanwhile these lab unions are literally divided over it lol like what's good afge and uf cw are on one page but aflcio is straight up talking trash to trump 🗣️ but seriously can't they all just agree on something?? thousands of ppl are losing pay bc of this and it's getting real 🔴👎 gotta feel for the workers rn 💔
 
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