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Politics · October 10, 2026

United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain easily wins re-election

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Shawn Fain has been re-elected as President of the United Auto Workers (UAW) for a four-year term, securing over 68% of the vote. His closest challenger, Rich Boyer, received 13%. Fain's victory comes despite an ongoing Department of Justice investigation into allegations of corruption and retaliation, which Fain has denied. His upcoming term will focus on contract negotiations with companies including John Deere, Volvo, and the Big Three automakers in 2028.

Shawn Fain has been re-elected as President of the United Auto Workers (UAW) for a four-year term, securing over 68% of the vote. His closest challenger, Rich Boyer, received 13%. Fain's victory comes despite an ongoing Department of Justice investigation into allegations of corruption and retaliation, which Fain has denied. His upcoming term will focus on contract negotiations with companies including John Deere, Volvo, and the Big Three automakers in 2028.