Sean O'Brien, the head of the Teamsters union, has become the first Teamster to break ranks with the Democratic Party, endorsing Republican candidate Steve Chabot in Ohio's 1st Congressional District. O'Brien's endorsement is a significant departure from the union's traditional support for Democratic candidates.
Sean O'Brien, the head of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, has become the first Teamster to break ranks with the Democratic Party, endorsing Republican candidate Steve Chabot in Ohio's 1st Congressional District. O'Brien's endorsement is a significant departure from the union's traditional support for Democratic candidates.
In a statement, O'Brien said he was endorsing Chabot because of his "strong support for working families and his commitment to fighting for their interests." He also praised Chabot's "proven record of delivering results for Ohio."
Sean O'Brien, Teamsters Union Chief, Breaks Ranks with Democrats
O'Brien's endorsement is a major blow to Democratic candidate Greg Landsman, who is considered a rising star in the party. Landsman has the backing of the national Democratic Party and several unions, but O'Brien's endorsement could give Chabot a significant boost in the race.
The Teamsters union represents 1.4 million workers in the United States and Canada. It is one of the largest unions in the country and has a long history of supporting Democratic candidates. O'Brien's endorsement of Chabot is a sign that the union is willing to break with tradition to support candidates who they believe will best represent the interests of their members.
Chabot is a six-term congressman who is seeking re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives. He is a member of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Budget Committee.
Landsman is a former Cincinnati City Council member and the current Hamilton County Commissioner. He is running on a platform of economic populism and has pledged to fight for the interests of working families.
The race between Chabot and Landsman is expected to be close. O'Brien's endorsement could give Chabot the edge he needs to win re-election.
* O'Brien's endorsement of Chabot has been met with mixed reactions from Teamsters members. Some members have expressed support for O'Brien's decision, while others have criticized it.
* The Teamsters union has a long history of supporting Democratic candidates. The union has endorsed Democratic candidates in every presidential election since 1936.
* O'Brien's endorsement of Chabot is a sign that the Teamsters union is willing to break with tradition to support candidates who they believe will best represent the interests of their members.
* The race between Chabot and Landsman is expected to be close. O'Brien's endorsement could give Chabot the edge he needs to win re-election.
* The Teamsters union is one of the largest unions in the United States and Canada. It represents 1.4 million workers in a variety of industries.
* The Teamsters union has a long history of supporting Democratic candidates. The union has endorsed Democratic candidates in every presidential election since 1936.
* O'Brien's endorsement of Chabot is a sign that the Teamsters union is willing to break with tradition to support candidates who they believe will best represent the interests of their members.
* The race between Chabot and Landsman is expected to be close. O'Brien's endorsement could give Chabot the edge he needs to win re-election.
* The Teamsters union is one of the largest unions in the United States and Canada. It represents 1.4 million workers in a variety of industries.
* The Teamsters union has a long history of supporting Democratic candidates. The union has endorsed Democratic candidates in every presidential election since 1936.
