Bannon`s War Room WarRoom Battleground EP 747: Truckers Of America Go On Defense Against Illegals
Apr 15, 2025
Tensions between the U.S. and China are on the rise, affecting the trucking industry and prompting urgent discussions about governmental waste. The podcast dives into the challenges faced by American truckers due to an influx of foreign drivers, raising concerns over safety and wages. It emphasizes the need for fiscal responsibility and critiques current government spending. Additionally, it highlights political responses and the importance of staying informed on industry developments, offering resources for truckers navigating these turbulent times.
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Trucking Industry Crisis
- The trucking industry faces a crisis due to an influx of foreign drivers, impacting American truckers' wages and safety.
- This influx is driven by corporate greed and lobbying, leading to policy changes favoring foreign drivers.
Layoffs and Formation of American Truckers United
- Shannon Everett had to lay off 450 American truck drivers due to competition from foreign drivers with CDLs.
- This, along with the death of Scott Miller by a foreign driver, prompted him to start American Truckers United.
ATA's Influence
- The American Trucking Association, a corporate lobby group, pushes the narrative of a trucker shortage to drive down wages.
- They've influenced policy changes, like waiving English language requirements for CDLs in 2016.