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WGA West Expels Members Amid Strike Misconduct Controversy

4/12/2025

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The Writers Guild of America West has taken decisive action against six members for misconduct during the 2023 strike, expelling Edward Drake and Roma Roth. Julie Bush and Tim Doyle face suspensions and censure. All four are contesting the decisions, alleging unfair treatment, with appeals set to be voted on from May 6-9.

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The Writers Guild of America West has taken decisive action against six members for misconduct during the 2023 strike, expelling Edward Drake and Roma Roth. Julie Bush and Tim Doyle face suspensions and censure. All four are contesting the decisions, alleging unfair treatment, with appeals set to be voted on from May 6-9.