Statement from Representative John W. Mannion on Illegal Attack on Collective Bargaining Rights at DFAS in Rome, NY

SYRACUSE, NY - Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today issued the following statement following the Trump Administration's attempt to strip collective bargaining rights from workers at DFAS in Rome, NY. See letter here.

"Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth's attempt to strip collective bargaining rights from DFAS employees in Rome - where many of my constituents work - is the latest illegal assault by this administration on workers' rights and the federal workforce. These New Yorkers serve our country every day in critical support roles and deserve respect and fair treatment.

At a time of ongoing military hostilities, targeting civilian Defense Department employees is an insult to the very workers who support our Armed Forces and their families. Weakening morale, silencing workers, and creating fear and instability does not make America stronger or safer.

Donald Trump's deliberate undermining of the National Labor Relations Board and broader attacks on labor protections have emboldened this administration to keep pushing an anti-worker agenda with little regard for the law or the people and communities affected.

That's why I supported the Protect America's Workforce Act, signed the discharge petition to force action, and voted yes when given the chance. I have taken action at every stage to defend collective bargaining rights and stand up for working people.

I'll continue to pursue legislative and legal remedies while standing with DFAS employees, other federal workers, and every American who believes in the right to organize, a fair workplace, and dignity on the job."

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