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US labor unions gear up to fight against Trump’s ‘Billionaire First’ agenda

AFL-CIO president Liz Shuler says union ready to stand up for struggling Americans: ‘Which side are you on?"

We begin the America’s Work Force Union Podcast’s Best of 2025 highlight series with the Feb. 19 appearance from Everett Kelley, National President of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), who joined the podcast to discuss recent attacks on federal workers.

Civil servants this season are “walking on eggshells,” fearing for their jobs as yet another government shutdown threat looms.

Since returning to office, the Trump administration has engaged in a series of efforts to sideline labor representatives within the federal government.

Though the forced distribution of performance ratings is “categorically prohibited” under current rules, federal agencies already appear to be adopting the system, before the proposal has even been announced.

CPL 33 National President Update 12/23

Preliminary Injunction - I did not send my weekly update on Friday, because I wanted to wait until I could tell you....The legal team has filed the request for a PI today. Unfortunately, because of the holidays the agency has until January 12th to respond. Terminal Island Closure - Unfortunately the bureau has announced yet another prison closure.

Grocery Gift Card from the Local 0222

Dear Brothers and Sisters, The Local E-Board has voted to provide each member with a $50 Market Basket gift card as a gesture of support during this difficult time. We know how challenging and uncertain things can feel as the government shutdown continues, and we want to remind you that you are not alone. This Local stands with you, and together, we will get through this.

As the government shutdown continues, we want to clarify what the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019 means for you. As the law reads now, it guarantees that all federal employees—whether furloughed or working without pay—will receive full back pay once the government reopens. This law does not expire and applies to the current shutdown.

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We Pave the Way – A Message to Our Members

The Agency said we’re a roadblock. But let’s be honest: that’s not just wrong—it’s insulting.

We are the ones who pave the way. We lay the groundwork for safer institutions, fairer policies, and a stronger workforce. Every grievance we file, every negotiation we lead, every stand we take—it’s not obstruction. It’s construction.

Roadblocks stop progress. Unions build it.

When the Agency refuses to recognize our contract, they’re not just ignoring paperwork—they’re ignoring the very people who make this system work. They’re ignoring the officers who show up every day, under pressure, under-resourced, and underappreciated—yet still hold the line.

We didn’t create the low morale. We didn’t break trust. We didn’t walk away from the table.

But we’re still here. Still fighting. Still paving the way forward.

Paving the way means:

Standing up when others stay silent

Protecting our members when leadership turns its back

Building solutions when the system breaks down

Refusing to let disrespect become the norm

We are the Council of Prison Locals C-33. We don’t block roads. We build them. We pave them. We walk them together.

Portal to Portal

Important: Join the Portal to Portal Lawsuit – Action Needed Now

Local #0222 is moving forward with the Portal to Portal lawsuit, and we need your participation to ensure the agency is held accountable. We have retained McGILLIVARY STEELE ELKIN LLP, a law firm with a proven track record of success. If you wish to join the lawsuit, you must complete and sign the retainer form through DocuSign. The process is quick, secure, and can be done from any device.
Here’s what you need to do:

Read through the form carefully.
Fill out your information and electronically sign the form.
Important: Please use your personal email when signing the form, not your BOP email.
Submit the form directly to the attorneys via DocuSign.
Print a copy of the signed form for your records.

Click the link below to access the DocuSign retainer form: Click the "SIGN UP HERE" button
Sign the Retainer Form

Please complete the form as soon as possible if you want to participate in the lawsuit. Local #0222 is committed to holding the agency accountable. With your support, we will continue to do so.

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