IAM Union Statement on Apple’s Decision to Close First Unionized Apple Retail Store

The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) released the following statement:

"The IAM Union is outraged by Apple's decision to close its Towson, Md., store-the first unionized Apple retail location in the United States -and abandon both its workers and a community that relies on it for critical services and its unique access to public transit. Apple's claim that the collective bargaining agreement prevents relocation is simply false and raises serious concerns that this closure is a cynical attempt to bust the union. We are exploring all legal options and will work with elected officials and allies to hold Apple accountable. We stand with our IAM Coalition of Organized Retail Employees (IAM CORE) members and the community that depends on this store for essential access and support."

The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) represents approximately 600,000 active and retired members in aerospace, defense, airlines, shipbuilding, rail, transit, healthcare, automotive, and other industries across North America.