The ongoing federal government shutdown is impacting workers across the country, particularly those represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) and the National Federation of Federal Employees-IAM (NFFE-IAM). Many union members are employed by federal agencies, work as federal contractors, or are part of industries that depend on federally funded projects. The shutdown has resulted in missed paychecks, suspended contracts, delayed maintenance, and uncertainty for many families.
IAM Union International President Brian Bryant commented on the situation, stating, “The IAM Union strongly urges a bipartisan funding solution, negotiated in good faith between Democrats and Republicans, to end this shutdown. A shutdown is unjust, cruel, and devastating to working families, and we will never stand by while our members are used as leverage for political gain. The IAM also strongly condemns the White House’s threat to use a shutdown as a means to justify illegally firing scores of federal workers.”
The union is asking its members who are affected by the shutdown—whether through furloughs, missed paychecks, or disruptions at federally funded workplaces—to share their experiences. These stories are intended to support the union’s efforts to advocate for a resolution and ensure that the government addresses the needs of working people.
IAM’s National and Legislative team is active on Capitol Hill, advocating for an end to the shutdown and for long-term protections for workers. The union emphasizes solidarity with all affected workers and calls for accountability from lawmakers responsible for the current situation.
Members are advised to continue reporting to work unless they receive an official furlough notice. They are also encouraged to stay informed by signing up for IAM and NFFE-IAM email updates and to rely on their unions for support during this period.
Additional resources have been made available for affected workers, including guidance on furloughs and unemployment insurance.
