Teamsters Union Withholds Presidential Endorsement for First Time Since 1996

The influential labor union's decision reflects internal divisions and dissatisfaction with both major candidates.

The International Brotherhood of Teamsters announced it will not endorse either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election.
Union President Sean O'Brien cited the inability of both candidates to make serious commitments to union priorities, such as non-interference in critical campaigns and honoring the right to strike.
Internal polling showed a significant portion of Teamsters members favoring Trump over Harris, despite the union's historic support for Democratic candidates.
The decision comes after extensive meetings with both candidates, including a roundtable with Trump and a private meeting with Harris.
The lack of endorsement underscores a broader national divide within labor unions and highlights the diverse political leanings of the union's 1.3 million members.