Shawn Coffey

Shawn Coffey is the president of the International Association of Machinists Local 1943, representing over 2,000 workers at Cleveland-Cliffs in Middletown, Ohio. He has been a vocal advocate for the modernization of steel manufacturing facilities, emphasizing the importance of environmentally friendly upgrades that not only benefit the industry but also secure jobs for future generations. Recently, he expressed concern over the potential cuts to federal funding that would impact job creation and the long-term viability of the steel plant in his community.