The nomination of Julie Su to be secretary of labor has drawn some criticism, including from her home state of California. And one congressman is leading the charge. We’ll talk with U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley of California. Also, as temperatures warm, flatbed volumes are increasing. We’ll have the latest information in today’s Market Update with Robert Rouse of DAT.
9:43 – The market isn’t flat for flatbeds.
24:03 – Congressman opposes labor nominee.
38:47 – Congressman opposes labor nominee, Part II.
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- Learn more about the OOIDA Safe Driving Award Program.
- Starting Friday, Marty Ellis and the Spirit of the American Trucker will be at the Petro in West Memphis, Ark. That’s at Exit 280 off Interstate 40 and Exit 4 off Interstate 55. Stop in to join or renew OOIDA membership for two years at $50. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- Get more information about the freight market. And you can find loads at OOIDA MembersEdge.
- Money seized from a truck driver who was traveling to buy a truck more than two and a half years ago has finally been returned. Read the story here.
- Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
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The market isn’t flat for flatbeds
As temperatures warm, flatbed volumes are increasing. Land Line Now’s We’ll have the latest information in today’s Market Update with Robert Rouse of DAT.
Congressman opposes labor nominee
The nomination of Julie Su to be secretary of labor has drawn some criticism, including from her home state of California. And one congressman is leading the charge. We’ll talk with U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley of California.
Congressman opposes labor nominee, Part II
We continue our conversation with U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley of California, and bring you his remarks from a press conference held at the California state Capitol.
