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AFL-CIO's Liz Shuler Challenges Trump's Billionaire Agenda

12/26/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces AFL-CIO criticism from Liz Shuler, president of the AFL-CIO, who calls to challenge his "Billionaire First" agenda in 2026.
The AFL-CIO seeks restored collective bargaining rights for federal workers after a House bill passed on December 11.
Shuler notes rising costs burden Americans and erode trust in institutions, while the labor movement gains credibility by organizing around affordability.
The White House was contacted for comment.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces AFL-CIO criticism from Liz Shuler, president of the AFL-CIO, who calls to challenge his "Billionaire First" agenda in 2026.
The AFL-CIO seeks restored collective bargaining rights for federal workers after a House bill passed on December 11.
Shuler notes rising costs burden Americans and erode trust in institutions, while the labor movement gains credibility by organizing around affordability.
The White House was contacted for comment.