Press Releases

  • Labor Unions, Nonprofits, Cities, and Counties Seek Injunction to Stop Impending U.S. Department of Agriculture Reorganization

    Supplemental Complaint and Preliminary Injunction Motion Filed in Case Challenging Unlawful Reshaping of Government Targets “Reorganization” of USDA

  • Local Governments, Labor Unions, and Nonprofit Organizations Triumph in Challenge to Administration’s Weaponization of Public Service Loan Forgiveness

    Court Sides With Broad Coalition, Blocking Unlawful Effort to Punish Perceived Political Opponents  Washington, D.C. – A federal court has ordered the administration to stop its unlawful rewriting of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program as a…

  • Unions Unite to Protect Crucial Childcare Support from Unlawful Assault

    Administration’s “Bonfire” of Child Care Regulations Would Harm Families Across America Seattle – A group of labor organizations are challenging an administration attempt to destroy regulations that support equal access to affordable, high-quality childcare. In a complaint…

  • AFSCME’s Saunders: This Telecommunicators Week, let’s thank 911 dispatchers by recognizing them as the public safety professionals they are

    WASHINGTON – National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, observed April 12-18, recognizes the dedication of 911 dispatchers who play a crucial role in public safety, bravely serving as the first line of response for their communities…

  • AFSCME’s Saunders: This EMS Week, we honor the AFSCME members in EMS who provide lifesaving care during some of the most difficult moments in people’s lives

    WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement recognizing National EMS Week, May 17–23, 2026. AFSCME is proud to represent nearly 100,000 public safety personnel, including EMS workers, in more than 40 states…

  • AFSCME’s Saunders: Gov. Spanberger has broken the promise she made to Virginia

    Spanberger vetoes collective bargaining legislation that would have given half a million public service workers a strong voice to fight for fair pay, safe working conditions and better public services for all Virginians. WASHINGTON— AFSCME…

  • AFSCME’s Saunders on National Law Enforcement Week: We honor their sacrifice — and we’ll keep fighting for everything they deserve

    WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of National Law Enforcement Week, May 10 to 16, 2026: “This week, we honor the brave AFSCME members serving in law enforcement who…

  • AFSCME’S Saunders: ‘On National Nurses Week, let’s honor nurses with more than just recognition.’

    WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of National Nurses Week, observed May 6-12: “From primary care to the emergency rooms, nurses are essential to America’s health system. The dedication,…

  • AFSCME’s Saunders on Corrections Week: We stand with every correctional officer and employee who work tirelessly to protect their communities

    WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in recognition of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week, May 3–9, 2026:  “Correctional officers and employees are some of the bravest, most dedicated public service…

  • AFSCME’s Saunders: We will keep fighting to protect our democracy and ensure a better future for working families

    WASHINGTON – AFSCME President Lee Saunders released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais:  “For decades, the Voting Rights Act has protected the freedom to vote and ensured…