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Tesla’s construction workers at Texas gigafactory allege labor violations
Construction workers who toiled on one of Tesla’s sprawling so-called gigafactories will file a complaint and a case referral with the federal Department of Labor on Tuesday detailing exploitative work conditions they say they experienced while building the plant.
November 14, 2022
How Latina Community Leaders Rallied Together After Austin’s Disastrous Storm
In Austin, the Workers Defense Project distributed food, water, and donations to immigrant communities after the city faced an unusual winter storm.
June 2, 2022
It’s Dangerous to Be a Latino Worker in Texas
The state leads the nation in workplace injuries and deaths. It’s workers of color on unregulated construction sites who fare the worst.
May 17, 2022
Texas Frontline Workers Win New Representation in County Government
Harris County, Texas, is poised to create an ‘Essential Workers Board’ to help shape local policy.
April 20, 2022