When the clock strike midnight on September 14th the current contract between the United Automobile Workers (UAW) and General Motors will expire, raising the stakes on current contract negotiations. The UAW is fighting to ensure job security, protect workers’ benefits, and increase base wages. On the other side of the negotiating table, General Motors is aiming to keep costs minimal in preparation of future market fluctuations. Additionally, current corruption scandals within the UAW complicates the current negotiations.
See "Biggest issues facing UAW, Detroit 3 as contract deadline nears", Jamie L. LaReau, September 13, 2019