The Teamsters' board stated, 'After reviewing six months of nationwide member polling and wrapping up nearly a year of rank-and-file roundtable interviews with all major candidates...the union was left with few commitments on top Teamsters issues from either former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris.' This reflects a significant moment in the union's history, showing that they are taking the voices of their members seriously, despite the lack of clear support for either candidate.
The decision comes two days after Vice President Kamala Harris met with Teamsters leadership for a roundtable discussion, indicating that while dialogue occurred, the actual engagement with members did not translate to a unified support for her candidacy.
Teamsters President Sean O'Brien emphasized, 'This year's endorsement process included hundreds of small meetings at Teamsters locals across the country,' showcasing their commitment to capturing grassroot opinions rather than solely relying on political connection.
With Teamsters members split nearly 60% in favor of Trump, compared to 31% backing Harris, this stance marks a clear divergence from major labor groups that rallied behind Harris, illustrating the complexities within union politics.
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