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news El Sudcaliforniano 2026-05-01

'No 40-Hour Week, No Machines': The Tornel Strike Continues

Workers at the Tornel factory in the State of Mexico have been on strike since February 23rd, demanding the implementation of a 40-hour work week. The strike aims to enforce compliance with the collective bargaining agreement for the Rubber Transformation Industry, a mandatory accord across Mexico.

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