UAW becomes the first major U.S. union to vote to divest from Israel Bonds

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UAWD Constitutional Convention 2026 (UAW)

https://mondoweiss.net/2026/07/uaw-becomes-the-first-major-u-s-union-to-vote-to-divest-from-israel-bonds/

UAW delegates voted to divest the union’s reported $400,000 in Israel Bonds, making it the first major U.S. union to do so. Organizers say it’s a victory for international solidarity and a sign of the working class's growing rejection of Israel.

By Michael Arria July 7, 2026

Last month, the United Auto Workers (UAW) became the first major U.S. union to vote in favor of divesting from Israel Bonds.

The vote occurred at the union’s annual Constitutional Convention in Detroit. The UAW reportedly holds at least $400,000 in Israel Bonds.

The push was organized by the Unite All Workers for Democracy (UAWD), a caucus within the union, and UAW Labor for Palestine, which is part of Labor for Palestine, a group that has been pushing the union to endorse the BDS movement for over 20 years.

The vote was praised by the Palestine General Federation of Trade Unions–Gaza.

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