Members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Executive Council and delegates convened in Savannah, Georgia, to address political engagement, the recent government shutdown, and strategies for increasing union voter turnout before the 2026 midterm elections. The meeting highlighted efforts to enhance the political influence of union members in the state.
Later in the week, International President Bryant delivered a keynote address at the Georgia State AFL-CIO convention, emphasizing the importance of organized labor in shaping state and national policies.
The gathering is part of a broader push by labor organizations to strengthen their role in political advocacy and ensure that union members are active participants in upcoming elections.
