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House passes extension of the ACA tax credits! This is great news for working families across the country.
Now onto the Senate ➡️
Now onto the Senate ➡️
January 8, 2026 at 10:33 PM
House passes extension of the ACA tax credits! This is great news for working families across the country.
Now onto the Senate ➡️
Now onto the Senate ➡️
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Congress is voting on whether or not to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for another 3 years, helping working families afford the care they need.
Please take 5 minutes to call your representative at (218) 453-8077 and tell them: Extend the ACA tax credits. #HealthcareHeist
Please take 5 minutes to call your representative at (218) 453-8077 and tell them: Extend the ACA tax credits. #HealthcareHeist
January 8, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Congress is voting on whether or not to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for another 3 years, helping working families afford the care they need.
Please take 5 minutes to call your representative at (218) 453-8077 and tell them: Extend the ACA tax credits. #HealthcareHeist
Please take 5 minutes to call your representative at (218) 453-8077 and tell them: Extend the ACA tax credits. #HealthcareHeist
CFT President Jeff Freitas on the murder of an innocent bystander by an ICE agent earlier today in Minneapolis.
In November of 2025, CFT called on ICE to be abolished.
Read CFT's resolution here: www.cft.org/resolution/abolish-ice-and-end-militarization-our-communities
In November of 2025, CFT called on ICE to be abolished.
Read CFT's resolution here: www.cft.org/resolution/abolish-ice-and-end-militarization-our-communities
January 7, 2026 at 11:49 PM
CFT President Jeff Freitas on the murder of an innocent bystander by an ICE agent earlier today in Minneapolis.
In November of 2025, CFT called on ICE to be abolished.
Read CFT's resolution here: www.cft.org/resolution/abolish-ice-and-end-militarization-our-communities
In November of 2025, CFT called on ICE to be abolished.
Read CFT's resolution here: www.cft.org/resolution/abolish-ice-and-end-militarization-our-communities
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📢 Free speech is free speech. Educators across Texas have been retaliated against for constitutionally protected speech that had no bearing on job performance and no impact on their classrooms.
Read more about our lawsuit against TEA in the New York Times article below 👇
Read more about our lawsuit against TEA in the New York Times article below 👇
Texas Is Sued Over Investigations Into Teachers’ Speech After Charlie Kirk’s Death
www.nytimes.com
January 6, 2026 at 5:17 PM
📢 Free speech is free speech. Educators across Texas have been retaliated against for constitutionally protected speech that had no bearing on job performance and no impact on their classrooms.
Read more about our lawsuit against TEA in the New York Times article below 👇
Read more about our lawsuit against TEA in the New York Times article below 👇
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We’re suing. This administration says it's concerned about student achievement and attendance, so why terminate a program that boosts both?
www.edweek.org/policy-polit...
www.edweek.org/policy-polit...
‘Terminated on a Whim’: The AFT Sues Trump’s Ed. Dept. Over Funding Cuts
The AFT and a Chicago-area nonprofit argue the cuts happened without following required procedures.
www.edweek.org
January 4, 2026 at 9:46 PM
We’re suing. This administration says it's concerned about student achievement and attendance, so why terminate a program that boosts both?
www.edweek.org/policy-polit...
www.edweek.org/policy-polit...
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VIDEO: From battling budget cuts to securing fair contracts to protecting healthcare and fighting for affordability, AFT members have shown the world what resilience looks like.
We are building a movement that fights for the promise of America—for every student, every patient, and every worker.
We are building a movement that fights for the promise of America—for every student, every patient, and every worker.
Fighting for a Better Life for All!
YouTube video by AFT
youtu.be
December 17, 2025 at 6:23 PM
VIDEO: From battling budget cuts to securing fair contracts to protecting healthcare and fighting for affordability, AFT members have shown the world what resilience looks like.
We are building a movement that fights for the promise of America—for every student, every patient, and every worker.
We are building a movement that fights for the promise of America—for every student, every patient, and every worker.
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This order is a major win for students & academic freedom. The Trump–Vance admin tried to strong-arm the UC system and its faculty and staff into giving up their free speech rights — and they were stopped. Proud that AFT was part of the coalition that stood up
democracyforward.org/updates/cour...
democracyforward.org/updates/cour...
Court Blocks Trump’s Attempt to Gain Leverage and Political Control Over University of California System - Democracy Forward
democracyforward.org
November 15, 2025 at 4:02 AM
This order is a major win for students & academic freedom. The Trump–Vance admin tried to strong-arm the UC system and its faculty and staff into giving up their free speech rights — and they were stopped. Proud that AFT was part of the coalition that stood up
democracyforward.org/updates/cour...
democracyforward.org/updates/cour...
CFT mourns the passing of @pft1603 member, Laney College Athletic Director, John Beam.
November 15, 2025 at 2:46 AM
CFT mourns the passing of @pft1603 member, Laney College Athletic Director, John Beam.
STATEMENT: CFT President Jeff Freitas on Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi announcing retirement in 2027
November 6, 2025 at 8:28 PM
STATEMENT: CFT President Jeff Freitas on Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi announcing retirement in 2027
November 5, 2025 at 4:34 AM
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November 5, 2025 at 4:32 AM
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👏Our CA locals supported Prop 50's temporary changes to congressional district maps. This is a repudiation of the president’s cruel, chaotic, corrupt agenda that made working people’s lives harder. It is also a reaffirmation of hope & opportunity in the face of fear & despair. @cftunion.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 4:10 AM
👏Our CA locals supported Prop 50's temporary changes to congressional district maps. This is a repudiation of the president’s cruel, chaotic, corrupt agenda that made working people’s lives harder. It is also a reaffirmation of hope & opportunity in the face of fear & despair. @cftunion.bsky.social
We did it, California!
Read the statement from CFT President Jeff Freitas:
Read the statement from CFT President Jeff Freitas:
November 5, 2025 at 4:32 AM
We did it, California!
Read the statement from CFT President Jeff Freitas:
Read the statement from CFT President Jeff Freitas:
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The Trump-Vance administration's new rule could deny teachers, nurses, social workers, & nonprofit staff the #PSLF they were promised...if their employer works on issues Trump doesn't like.
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
November 3, 2025 at 4:36 PM
The Trump-Vance administration's new rule could deny teachers, nurses, social workers, & nonprofit staff the #PSLF they were promised...if their employer works on issues Trump doesn't like.
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
This is a political purge, & it's illegal. @borrowerjustice.bsky.social www.aft.org/press-releas...
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Have questions about your student debt? AFT is hosting a virtual student debt clinic tomorrow, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. EDT to help members navigate their debt. Learn more about PSLF, income-driven repayment plans, how the latest news affects these programs and ways to save.
web.cvent.com/event/44eafa...
web.cvent.com/event/44eafa...
AFT Student Debt Clinic
web.cvent.com
October 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Have questions about your student debt? AFT is hosting a virtual student debt clinic tomorrow, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. EDT to help members navigate their debt. Learn more about PSLF, income-driven repayment plans, how the latest news affects these programs and ways to save.
web.cvent.com/event/44eafa...
web.cvent.com/event/44eafa...
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For years, AFT has fought for student loan borrowers to get the student loan forgiveness they've earned. When the Trump administration failed to deliver on this promise, we took them to court -and won. patch.com/us/across-am...
Some Student Loan Forgiveness Blocked By Trump Administration Resumes: What To Know
The American Federation of Teachers sued, saying blocking student loan holders from programs violated mandates in borrowers' loan terms.
patch.com
October 28, 2025 at 1:09 AM
For years, AFT has fought for student loan borrowers to get the student loan forgiveness they've earned. When the Trump administration failed to deliver on this promise, we took them to court -and won. patch.com/us/across-am...
Take a little trip to the polls and vote YES on Prop 50!
Head to cftfightback.org to hit the phones ☎️ with us!
Let’s do this California! 🗳️
Head to cftfightback.org to hit the phones ☎️ with us!
Let’s do this California! 🗳️
October 28, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Take a little trip to the polls and vote YES on Prop 50!
Head to cftfightback.org to hit the phones ☎️ with us!
Let’s do this California! 🗳️
Head to cftfightback.org to hit the phones ☎️ with us!
Let’s do this California! 🗳️
Join the SF Labor Council and CFT TODAY to protest ICE in the Bay at the SF Embarcadero!
Meet up with the Labor Council at Philz Coffee at Market and Steuart Street at 4:30 PM.
Let's stand strong together as a labor movement to keep our communities safe!
Meet up with the Labor Council at Philz Coffee at Market and Steuart Street at 4:30 PM.
Let's stand strong together as a labor movement to keep our communities safe!
October 23, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Join the SF Labor Council and CFT TODAY to protest ICE in the Bay at the SF Embarcadero!
Meet up with the Labor Council at Philz Coffee at Market and Steuart Street at 4:30 PM.
Let's stand strong together as a labor movement to keep our communities safe!
Meet up with the Labor Council at Philz Coffee at Market and Steuart Street at 4:30 PM.
Let's stand strong together as a labor movement to keep our communities safe!
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ICYMI: Because of the AFT's advocacy, the Trump administration is finally agreeing to deliver student debt relief for eligible borrowers.
Read more here: www.aft.org/press-releas...
Read more here: www.aft.org/press-releas...
October 20, 2025 at 1:59 PM
ICYMI: Because of the AFT's advocacy, the Trump administration is finally agreeing to deliver student debt relief for eligible borrowers.
Read more here: www.aft.org/press-releas...
Read more here: www.aft.org/press-releas...
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October 21, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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Solidarity with striking workers at Kaiser! ✊
Today, @ofnhp.bsky.social members went on strike after Kaiser’s refusal to agree to a contract that addresses concerns about proposals that would weaken care, shortchange staffing and drive skilled healthcare workers away. Stand with Kaiser caregivers using this toolkit ⬇️
ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser
ofnhp.aft.org/we-are-kaiser
We are Kaiser: Fighting for the Care Our Patients Deserve
ofnhp.aft.org
October 14, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Solidarity with striking workers at Kaiser! ✊
Statement from CFT President Jeff Freitas on the Federal Government shutdown and Special Education firings
October 13, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Statement from CFT President Jeff Freitas on the Federal Government shutdown and Special Education firings
Thank you @governor.ca.gov for signing AB 1028 authored by @asmmikefong.bsky.social ! Termination rights bargaining is an essential step to a one tier system!
October 8, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Thank you @governor.ca.gov for signing AB 1028 authored by @asmmikefong.bsky.social ! Termination rights bargaining is an essential step to a one tier system!
CFT strongly supports #AB1043 & we urge @governor.ca.gov to sign it right away. capitolweekly.net/ab-1043-a-ba...
AB 1043: A balanced approach to protecting children online - Capitol Weekly
OPINION- Assembly Bill 1043, the Digital Age Assurance Act, sits on Governor Newsom's desk awaiting his signature. This landmark legislation represents our best opportunity to protect children online ...
capitolweekly.net
October 7, 2025 at 10:27 PM
CFT strongly supports #AB1043 & we urge @governor.ca.gov to sign it right away. capitolweekly.net/ab-1043-a-ba...
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"Fix healthcare, open the government & make workers—not chest pounding—the focus. We call on those in power: Negotiate a solution—one that protects healthcare, lowers everyday costs, reopens the government and helps, rather than hurts, the American people." - @rweingarten.bsky.social #TrumpShutdown
‘Put Working People First’: Unions Respond to Government Shutdown | AFL-CIO
AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler issued the following statement after the federal government’s funding expired at midnight and a shutdown began:
aflcio.org
October 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
"Fix healthcare, open the government & make workers—not chest pounding—the focus. We call on those in power: Negotiate a solution—one that protects healthcare, lowers everyday costs, reopens the government and helps, rather than hurts, the American people." - @rweingarten.bsky.social #TrumpShutdown