Industry and IBEW News

Trade Workers Who Voted for President Now Feel Betrayed

https://substack.perfectunion.us/p/these-trades-workers-voted-for-trump

Skilled trades workers who supported President Trump in the election are expressing feelings of betrayal as administration policies and the government shutdown directly impact their livelihoods, union protections, and job prospects.

Union Electrician, Navy Vet Joins Democratic Primary

https://newjerseyglobe.com/congress/union-electrician-navy-veteran-joins-democratic-primary-to-take-on-chris-smith/

A union electrician and Navy veteran has entered the Democratic primary race to challenge incumbent Rep. Chris Smith, bringing a working-class perspective and labor advocacy experience to the congressional campaign in New Jersey.

Local's $5M Hall Nears Completion

https://nwlaborpress.org/2025/10/ibew-local-280s-5-million-redmond-hall-nears-completion/

IBEW Local 280's new $5 million union hall in Redmond is approaching completion, providing modern meeting spaces, training facilities, and administrative offices to better serve electricians and members in the region.

AI Data Centers, Desperate for Electricity, Are Building Their Own Power Plants (Subscrp)

https://www.wsj.com/business/energy-oil/ai-data-centers-desperate-for-electricity-are-building-their-own-power-plants-291f5c81

Source:wsj.com

Is AI Really Making Electricity Bills Higher? Experts Weigh In.

https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/17/tech/electricity-bill-price-increase-ai-data-centers

Source:cnn.com