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Congratulations to Local Chairman John Lynch on His Retirement
Brother John Lynch, Local 1494 (Chicago, IL), retires after 32 years of railroad service and decades of union leadership, leaving a lasting legacy of mentorship, integrity, and dedication. Read on for more about his remarkable career. The post Congratulations to Local Chairman John Lynch on His Retirement appeared first on SMART Union. — May 28
Why Are We Sleepwalking into A Transportation Cyber War?
Iranian cyberattacks against America’s transportation systems are no longer hypothetical, and growing automation is increasing the risk to critical infrastructure, supply chains, and public safety. Read on to see why transportation workers remain America’s strongest defense and how LACMTA was just the canary in the mineshaft. The post Why Are We Sleepwalking into A Transportation Cyber War? appeared first on SMART Union. — May 27
Remembering Brother Richard “Richie” Hazlewood
Brother Richard “Richie” Hazlewood (Local 771, Needles, Calif.), an engineer for BNSF and UTU/SMART-TD member for over 30 years, was killed in a motorcycle accident on May 21, 2026. Read on to hear how his union family is remembering their larger-than-life union brother and the impact that he left on those who knew him best. The post Remembering Brother Richard “Richie” Hazlewood appeared first on SMART Union. — May 27
Trump Drops A TRUTH Bomb For Rail Workers’ Safety
President Donald Trump delivered a perfectly timed shot of support for the Rail Safety Bill, helping SMART-TD get it passed in the Transportation Committee and on to the floor of the House and Senate. Read on to hear how his TRUTH Social message moved the needle for rail safety! The post Trump Drops A TRUTH Bomb For Rail Workers’ Safety appeared first on SMART Union. — May 26
Federal judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia — General President Coleman responds
On Friday, May 22, 2026, Judge Waverly D. Crenshaw Jr. dismissed the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, “ruling that the Trump administration had brought human trafficking charges against him as part of a vindictive effort to punish him for challenging his wrongful deportation to El Salvador last year,” according to the New York Times. Read SMART General President Michael Coleman's statement in response. The post Federal judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia — General President Coleman responds appeared first on SMART Union. — May 26

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