Topic: Brotherhood Of Maintenance Of Way Employees

A dispute over paid sick time has stalled negotiations between major US freight railroads and their unions, raising the possibility of a strike as early as November 19th. The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees rejected a deal that lacked paid sick leave, potentially halting 30% of the nation's freight. There is speculation regarding the political timing of the strike and its impact on the Biden administration and the upcoming midterms.