The CFMEU's Corruption and Criminal Infiltration

The construction union CFMEU has been deeply infiltrated by organized crime, leading to a significant corruption scandal that has emerged from its long-standing history of power and militancy. Elements within the union have been accused of collaborating with bikie gangs and criminal figures, which has fundamentally undermined the union's mission to support workers. Investigative reporting reveals that high-level union officials have engaged with notorious criminals like Mick Gatto to resolve disputes and gain leverage, thus legitimizing criminal involvement in labor issues. These actions point to a disturbing trend where union power is misused, shifting from protecting workers to enabling criminal operations.