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John Paulson's Plant Closure Sparks Worker Backlash in Ohio

2/16/2026

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John Paulson plans to offshore Conn Selmer's Eastlake, Ohio brass-instrument plant to China, triggering worker backlash.
UAW Local 2359, representing 150 employees, says they were informed of the closure during contract negotiations.
Robert Hines, president of UAW Local 2359, said he hopes U.S. President Donald Trump will intervene.
Conn Selmer claims the closure will enhance competitiveness.
Workers fear significant economic impacts on their Eastlake community.

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John Paulson plans to offshore Conn Selmer's Eastlake, Ohio brass-instrument plant to China, triggering worker backlash.
UAW Local 2359, representing 150 employees, says they were informed of the closure during contract negotiations.
Robert Hines, president of UAW Local 2359, said he hopes U.S. President Donald Trump will intervene.
Conn Selmer claims the closure will enhance competitiveness.
Workers fear significant economic impacts on their Eastlake community.