NYC Teachers' Union Withdraws Support for Medicare Advantage Plan

UFT's reversal complicates Adams administration's efforts to implement cost-saving health care changes for retirees.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew cites lack of good faith from Mayor Adams' administration and strong retiree opposition for the decision.
The plan aimed to save the city $600 million annually by switching 250,000 retirees to a privatized Medicare Advantage plan.
A recent appellate court ruling upholding a block on the plan and a significant retiree election upset influenced the union's reversal.
The Municipal Labor Committee, heavily influenced by the UFT, will discuss next steps in upcoming meetings.
City officials argue the plan would improve retiree benefits and address fiscal challenges, but legal battles continue.