Power grid experts warn of record-breaking cyberattacks targeting electricity infrastructure, with utility attacks surging 70% in 2024. The U.S. electrical grid faces increasing vulnerability from nation-state actors like China and Russia, as well as domestic extremist groups targeting critical infrastructure that IBEW members help maintain and protect.

Wyoming is experiencing a major electrician shortage as data centers drive explosive job growth. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 23% growth in electrical trades for Wyoming, with wages rising from $54,000 in 2015 to $62,350 in 2024. Boomer retirements and new data center construction are creating thousands of job opportunities.

St. Louis launches free electrical repair and architectural guidance programs for tornado victims, with IBEW and NECA partnering to provide skilled electrical workers to help restore power and rebuild damaged infrastructure in affected communities.

IBEW International Secretary-Treasurer Paul A. Noble highlights the critical work of electrical linemen and the importance of recognizing their contributions to keeping America's power grid operational and safe.

Electrical Worker magazine outlines three practical strategies local IBEW unions can use to expand membership and strengthen their presence in their communities through targeted organizing efforts and member engagement.

IBEW International President Kenneth Cooper discusses strategies for protecting electrical workers' jobs and advocating for policies that support union labor in the face of changing political and economic landscapes.

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers President Kenneth Cooper slammed Trump's budget reconciliation bill as "a direct attack on working families," criticizing tax breaks for the wealthy while workers face potential benefit cuts.

The House faces a tight deadline to pass Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by July 4th after the Senate approved the sweeping tax cut and immigration legislation. House Speaker Mike Johnson can only afford to lose three GOP votes as the massive domestic policy package heads to final consideration.