Boeing Faces Potential Strike by 32,000 Workers Amid Contract Negotiations

The aerospace giant's machinists demand better wages, healthcare, and retirement benefits as the current contract nears expiration.

Union members overwhelmingly authorized a strike if no agreement is reached by September 12.
Boeing's leadership is under pressure to resolve the dispute amid ongoing safety and quality challenges.
The strike could cost Boeing an additional $1.5 billion in cash needs, according to analysts.
This would be Boeing's first major strike in 16 years, highlighting deep-rooted employee dissatisfaction.
New CEO Kelly Ortberg faces a critical test in managing the labor dispute and restoring company stability.