"Transparency in the Union: Labor Department Unveils New Tracking Tool In a move aimed at increased accountability, the U.S. Department of Labor has launched a new online tool to provide a detailed breakdown of how $11 billion in union dues are spent. The tool, which will be available to both union members and the general public, promises to shed light on the financial activities of labor unions, including their spending on politics and lobbying efforts. This development comes at a time when there is growing scrutiny of labor unions' financial transparency and potential conflicts of interest. By providing access to this information, the Labor Department hopes to promote trust and understanding between unions and their members."


The U.S. Department of Labor has released a new tool to help union members and the public track how $11 billion in union dues are spent, including political activities.