Source: Fox News
Summary
Five unions involved in the Long Island Rail Road strike spent over $3.2 million on hotels, resorts, restaurants, and event venues in 2025, according to Labor Department disclosures. The unions, including the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, and Transportation Communications Union, reported large payments to luxury venues, including Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and upscale restaurants. The strike, which began on May 16, disrupted hundreds of thousands of daily riders and cost the region an estimated $61 million per day.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The unions argued that their wage growth had not kept pace with the rising cost of living, yet they spent millions on premium accommodations and event venues. The disclosures offer a window into how the unions spent money on travel, conferences, and event venues during the same year they argued workers were being squeezed by rising costs. The unions ran up large tabs at upscale restaurants, including the Strip House and Peter Luger Steak House. The spending covered lodging and event expenses at luxury venues like Caesars Palace and the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort.
It’s not about the money; it’s about the message.
Author: Evan Null
