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Amazon workers at multiple U.S. locations staged a walkout Thursday during the peak holiday season, seeking to force the e-commerce giant into union contract negotiations.
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which represents approximately 10,000 workers across 10 Amazon facilities, coordinated what they described as the “largest” strike against the company. Workers from facilities in New York, Atlanta, San Francisco, and other cities participated in the action.
“We gave Amazon a clear deadline to come to the table and do right by our members. They ignored it. This strike is on them.”
🚨 BREAKING: The Teamsters Union has launched the largest strike against Amazon in U.S. history. 🚨
Amazon has forced this strike by refusing to follow the law and bargain with the thousands of Amazon workers who organized with the Teamsters.
Now, Amazon Teamsters at facilities… pic.twitter.com/9gRej7GANm
— Teamsters (@Teamsters) December 19, 2024
The labor action came after union members had previously voted to authorize a strike and set a December 15 deadline for Amazon to begin negotiations.
Amazon dismissed concerns about operational disruptions, with a company spokesperson claiming the union has “intentionally misled the public” and “threatened, intimidated and attempted to coerce” both employees and third-party drivers to participate in the strike.
Today, I stand in unwavering solidarity with the @Teamsters as they make history by launching the largest strike against Amazon in the U.S. Together, we fight for fair wages, better working conditions, and the dignity every worker deserves.


#UnionStrong pic.twitter.com/PjpLh43kjo— Amanda Taylor (@geeklyamanda) December 19, 2024
The impact of the walkout may be limited, as unionized facilities represent only 1% of Amazon’s hourly workforce. The company’s multiple warehouses and delivery centers in areas like New York City provide redundancy that could minimize disruption.
Industry analysts suggest Amazon is unlikely to enter negotiations, as doing so could encourage additional union activity. The company, which employs over 1.5 million people worldwide, has consistently maintained its preference for direct relationships with employees.
Earlier in the year, Amazon implemented a $2.1 billion investment to boost pay for U.S. fulfillment and transportation workers, raising base wages by at least $1.50 to approximately $22 per hour – a roughly 7% increase.
