Negotiations in Turbulence: Boeing and Union Struggles

Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su is mediating between Boeing and the machinists' union to resolve a six-week strike after workers rejected Boeing's latest contract. Su recently met with both parties in Seattle to facilitate discussions and offered continued support to help reach an agreement.

Acting Labor Secretary Julie Su has stepped in to mediate as Boeing and the union representing 33,000 machinists struggle to settle a contract dispute. The machinists recently rejected Boeing's latest offer, prompting a six-week strike.

Su's involvement escalated last week with a meeting in Seattle, where she engaged with both Boeing representatives and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers to broker a deal.

A spokesperson for the Labor Department commented, "Both parties will need to determine the best way forward," while noting Su's readiness to continue her mediation efforts.

(With inputs from agencies.)