Full interview: UAW President Shawn Fain
Watch Major Garrett's full interview with Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers Union, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 30, 2025.
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UAW's Shawn Fain slams Trump executive order targeting federal unions
UAW president Shawn Fain said Trump's order to end collective bargaining for swath of federal workers would cost 700,000 people their union contracts.
UAW head on Trump's 25% tariff on imported cars
President Trump's 25% tariff on imported vehicles is getting a thumbs up from the president of the United Auto Workers Union. Shawn Fain told Major Garrett the tariffs will bring jobs back to the U.S., but he said more needs to be done for workers.
UAW files unfair labor practice charges against Stellantis
The UAW says several local unions filed contract grievances against the automaker.
UAW president on DNC, Harris campaign
Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, joined CBS News to discuss members of his union voting for GOP candidates, the lack of a presidential endorsement so far from the Teamsters and his support for the Harris-Walz campaign.
UAW President Shawn Fain calls Trump a scab
Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, addressed the Democratic National Convention Monday night, voicing his support for Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign and calling former President Donald Trump a scab. See Fain's full remarks.
UAW files labor charges against Trump, Musk
The United Auto Workers union says it filed charges Tuesday against former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk over comments made Monday night during a conversation on the social media platform X. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the details.
UAW's Shawn Fain on Trump, Musk labor charges
The United Auto Workers union has filed federal labor charges against both former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The charges are tied to particular comments made during Trump's X interview with Musk on Monday. Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers union, joins "America Decides" to discuss the move.
UAW president likes Beshear or Walz for Harris' VP
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said on Sunday that Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are the union's top two picks for Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate — though he noted that the decision is hers to make."Those would be our top two if we had to pick any," Fain said on "Face the Nation" on Sunday. "That's who we believe would be best for labor and for working class people but you know, that's her decision."
VW workers vote for union in Tennessee in major win for organized labor
UAW claims historic victory, with an overwhelming majority of VW workers at Chattanooga factory voting to unionize.
UAW president Shawn Fain on labor's comeback: "This is what happens when workers get power"
Last year striking workers won more generous contracts from the Big Three automakers, making up for pay cuts taken during the Great Recession, and marking a comeback for the labor movement.
UAW president Shawn Fain on labor's comeback
Last year unionized auto workers who walked out at the big three car makers won generous contracts, making up for pay cuts they'd taken during the Great Recession. It marked a comeback for the labor movement, and a notable achievement for United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain, who came up the ranks as an auto plant electrician, and still carries his grandfather's union pay stub in his pocket. CBS News chief election & campaign correspondent Robert Costa talks with Fain about the increase in public support for unions; and about efforts to organize auto workers in Southern states that are traditionally less friendly to unions.
UAW president calls Trump "a scab"
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain denounced Donald Trump as he endorsed President Biden for reelection Wednesday, calling the former president "a scab." CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on the endorsement, the Biden campaign's focus on abortion rights and a lack of voter excitement for Mr. Biden's reelection campaign.
UAW claims Honda, Hyundai and VW are illegally threatening workers
The three automakers are breaking the law and want workers to "sit down and shut up," United Auto Workers union chief Shawn Fain said.
5,000 UAW members go on strike at Arlington Assembly Plant in Texas
The UAW has expanded its strike again, and called 5,000 members at one of General Motors' most profitable plants to join the strike.
UAW president says strike "is working"
United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said Friday that the union's strike against Detroit's Big Three automakers "is working" but "we're not there yet." Fain said the union has made "significant progress" in its contract negotiations with General Motors, Ford and Stellantis since the strike began three weeks ago.
Why is the UAW on strike? These are their contract demands
As the auto industry strike grinds on, Here's what UAW workers are asking for from Ford, GM and Stellantis.
UAW's Shawn Fain says he's battling "greedy CEOs." Here's what to know.
Fain, an electrician who comes from a line of autoworkers, was elected to lead the UAW just six months ago.
UAW president says Stellantis' pay offer is a "no-go"
With autoworkers at the Big Three plants walking off the job at the same time for the first time in history, UAW president Shawn Fain tells "Face the Nation" that the 21% pay hike offered by Chrysler parent Stellantis is a "no-go." "We're asking for our fair share in this economy," he said
9/17: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," days after the Big Three go on strike at the same time for the first time in history, we talk to United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain and Rep. Debbie Dingell of Michigan. Plus, Republican House intelligence chair Mike Turner of Ohio and Democratic Senate intelligence chair Mark Warner of Virginia.
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," days after the Big Three go on strike at the same time for the first time in history, we talk to United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain and Rep. Debbie Dingell of Michigan. Plus, Republican House intelligence chair Mike Turner of Ohio and Democratic Senate intelligence chair Mark Warner of Virginia.
Latest Eric Swalwell accuser alleges he drugged and raped her
Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.
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Iran war continues with U.S. blockade of ports; Lebanon and Israel hold direct talks
The U.S. blockade of Iran's ports is now in its second day as Washington pressures Tehran to relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz.
DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
Swalwell, Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expulsion votes
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday.
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Husband of woman missing in Bahamas: "I won't be able to stop looking"
Brian Hooker, whose wife disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, said he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her as soon as possible.
11 races that could determine control of the Senate
The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
Bodycam video shows St. Louis police officer shooting teen in back of head
Body camera video shows a St. Louis police officer shoot Emeshyon Wilkins in the back of the head as he fled, contradicting an earlier police statement.
Meadows seeks reimbursement from DOJ for legal fees from Trump-related probes
Mark Meadows is asking the Justice Dept. to reimburse him for legal fees he incurred in multiple federal and state investigations of President Trump, sources said.
Republicans threaten ActBlue CEO with contempt of Congress in fraud probe
The chairs of three GOP-led House committees say ActBlue "may have deliberately" withheld some documents from their probe into fraudulent political donations.
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Chevron says Venezuelan oil imports are helping curb U.S. gas prices
Venezuelan oil shipped to the U.S. is providing relief from higher prices caused by the Iran war, according to a senior Chevron executive.
Florida doctor indicted after allegedly removing patient's liver instead of spleen
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was arrested Monday after a two-year investigation by local, state and medical authorities.
DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores in the U.S. this year
The chain's North American operator forecast it will open 205 stores in 2026, although those openings will be outpaced by a series of closures.
Android users could get money under $135 million Google settlement
Millions of people using Android mobile devices could receive a payout, according to the settlement website.
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Chevron says Venezuelan oil imports are helping curb U.S. gas prices
Venezuelan oil shipped to the U.S. is providing relief from higher prices caused by the Iran war, according to a senior Chevron executive.
7-Eleven plans to close 645 stores in the U.S. this year
The chain's North American operator forecast it will open 205 stores in 2026, although those openings will be outpaced by a series of closures.
Android users could get money under $135 million Google settlement
Millions of people using Android mobile devices could receive a payout, according to the settlement website.
Most Americans say they pay too much in taxes. Here's what the data shows.
Six in 10 Americans say they pay more than their fair share in taxes, recent polling shows. Only one-third believe they pay the right amount.
Fed Chair nominee Warsh is worth well over $100 million, documents show
Warsh's wealth far outstrips that of outgoing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whose most recent disclosure shows he is worth at least $19.5 million.
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DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
Swalwell, Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expulsion votes
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday.
Latest Eric Swalwell accuser alleges he drugged and raped her
Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.
11 races that could determine control of the Senate
The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
Appeals court shuts down criminal contempt probe over deportation flights
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg launched a criminal contempt inquiry after he said officials defied an order to turn around flights of Venezuelan migrants bound for El Salvador.
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Florida doctor indicted after allegedly removing patient's liver instead of spleen
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was arrested Monday after a two-year investigation by local, state and medical authorities.
Pennsylvania town faces fallout from Trump's environmental rule rollback
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Fighting for health care claim approvals
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
A teen athlete's headache wouldn't stop. It took a year to find a cure.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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Family demands answers after N.J. influencer died on trip with fiance in Zanzibar
Ashly Robinson, an influencer who went by Ashlee Jenae online, died on a trip with her fiancé in Zanzibar. Now, her family is searching for answers.
At least 16 wounded in Turkey high school shooting; gunman dead
An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
Powerful typhoon barrels over remote U.S. islands in Pacific
Typhoon Sinlaku came ashore on a chain of remote U.S. island territories in the Western Pacific, which includes Guam, on Tuesday. It was a super typhoon at the time.
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Husband of woman missing in Bahamas: "I won't be able to stop looking"
Brian Hooker, whose wife disappeared during a nighttime boat ride in the Bahamas, said he wants to believe his wife is still alive and plans to go back out to look for her as soon as possible.
Brazil's former spy chief who fled country arrested by ICE in U.S.
Alexandre Ramagem was sentenced to 16 years in prison for his role in the coup attempt by supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.
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Inside the creation of "Front Porch Freestyles"
What started off as a simple way to promote music with some impromptu freestyling back in 2017 has turned into a critically acclaimed series showcasing artists big and small. Photojournalist Parrish Smith met the Washington, D.C., artist and crew behind the increasingly popular musical showcase "Front Porch Freestyles."
"Margo's Got Money Troubles" stars on series
Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning talk with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new series "Margo's Got Money Troubles." The two discuss what drew them to the project and their characters, and what it's like to work together again.
Britney Spears voluntarily checks into rehab after California DUI arrest in March
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
4/12: Sunday Morning - The Money Issue
Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Money Issue." Featured: Obstacles to home ownership; fighting health insurance denials; Chinese EVs; opposition to AI data centers; American Girl dolls; skin care mogul Scarlett Johansson; roller coasters; the popularity of bingo!; and is your phone eavesdropping on you?
American Girl: Celebrating girl power
Founded in 1986, American Girl has created dolls, books and accessories that tell the stories of young girls in every American era. On the toy's 40th anniversary, correspondent Faith Salie explores how making history come alive is also creating timeless bonds between generations that celebrate girlhood.
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Everyday items born from space exploration
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight.
New warning over AI
Former AI company founder and CEO Matt Shumer joins "CBS Mornings" to break down Anthropic's report about one of its AI models, Claude Mythos Preview. In the report, the company warned the program was "too powerful" to be released to the public and it worried about the program, which is designed to find security flaws in software, falling into the "wrong hands."
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Sam Altman voices safety concerns
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, shared a personal blog post and photo of his family saying, "In the hopes that it might dissuade the next person from throwing a Molotov cocktail at our house, no matter what they think of me," following an attack outside his home last week. Altman suggested the incident was connected to the broader debate over AI, saying, "we should deescalate the rhetoric and tactics."
Nationwide boom in AI data centers stirs resistance
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications, are fighting back.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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What to know about the Swalwell allegations
Two women spoke to CBS News' Nancy Cordes about their allegations against California Rep. Eric Swalwell as news emerges about his apparent misconduct.
At least 16 wounded in Turkey high school shooting; gunman dead
An 18-year-old attacker, armed with a shotgun, fired randomly inside a vocational high school, wounding 10 students, four teachers, a canteen employee and a police officer, the local governor said.
Brian Hooker speaks about missing wife
Brian Hooker, the husband of the Michigan woman missing in the Bahamas, told CBS News' Cristian Benavides that he "won't be able to stop looking" for his wife Lynette Hooker, and that he wants to believe she is still alive. Hooker was arrested last week in connection with her disappearance and released from police custody on Monday.
Brian Hooker released, not facing charges
Police in the Bahamas have released Brian Hooker, the husband of Lynette Hooker, who disappeared on a boat ride 10 days ago. Brian Hooker was questioned in the case, but not charged. He told police his wife fell overboard as they were going from one island to another.
Why prosecutors think Sam Altman was targeted
The suspect who threw a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's San Francisco home is now facing multiple charges, including attempted murder. Matt Gutman explains why prosecutors believe Altman became a target.
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Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
Artemis II crew splashes down to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
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As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew stakes their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
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Brian Hooker speaks about wife's disappearance
Brian Hooker, the man who said his wife fell overboard more than a week ago in the Bahamas, speaks with Cristian Benavides about her disappearance following his release from custody.
Influencer dies in Tanzania after fiancé proposed
Ashly Robinson, better known online as Ashlee Jenae, mysteriously died in Zanzibar just days after her fiancé proposed. Jericka Duncan spoke with the family.
Camp Mystic director testifies in Texas court
A major legal battle in Texas could determine the future of Camp Mystic, where 27 campers and counselors died in floods last summer. The family of the only victim still missing wants the camp closed after a camp director admitted to sleeping through a flood warning that might have saved lives. Jason Allen reports.
Chevron executive on how consumers can save on gas
Lilia Luciano traveled to Chevron's largest oil refinery on the Mississippi coast and spoke to Andy Walz, a president of the company, about what people at home can do to avoid high gas prices.
U.S. hosts Israel and Lebanon for negotiations
As talks between Israel and Lebanon took place Tuesday, President Trump suggested that face-to-face talks between the U.S. and Iran could resume within days. Weijia Jiang reports.