Slate News What Next | Why This Trump Nominee Has Union Support
Feb 20, 2025
Tammy Kim, a contributing writer at the New Yorker, brings her political insight to discuss Lori Chavez-DeRemer’s nomination as labor secretary. They delve into Chavez-DeRemer's rare bipartisan support for pro-union legislation and her strategic navigation of labor politics amid a predominantly partisan administration. The conversation also touches on how her family background shapes her labor relations and the implications for worker rights in light of recent federal firings. Expect a compelling analysis of labor dynamics in today's politics.
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Chavez-DeRemer's Teamster Connection
- Lori Chavez-DeRemer's father was a Teamster, influencing her career path.
- She leveraged this connection, bringing him to union meetings to build trust.
The PRO Act's Significance
- The PRO Act aims to strengthen unions by addressing issues like employer campaigning and right-to-work laws.
- Chavez-DeRemer's initial support, later withdrawn, highlights the act's political significance.
Chavez-DeRemer's PRO Act Backtrack
- Chavez-DeRemer's support for the PRO Act was limited; she never voted on it and later distanced herself.
- This retreat raises questions about her true stance on labor rights, especially for Teamsters leader Sean O'Brien.