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Teacher Unions Dedicate Money to Political Activism, Lobbying

National teacher unions dedicate at least 10% of their annual budgets to lobbying and political activism, including calls for the impeachment of President Donald Trump in 2026.
The National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers received hundreds of millions in dues in 2025 and spent over $51 million and $41 million, respectively, on political activities and lobbying.
Critics argue teacher unions prioritize political agendas and members' interests over students', with some unions openly opposing immigration enforcement and supporting social justice causes.
Teacher union dues are deducted from taxpayer-funded salaries, and after the 2018 Supreme Court ruling in Janus v. AFSCME, school districts nationwide cannot require employees to pay union fees, allowing teachers to opt out of unions.

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Teacher unions dedicate at least 10% of budget to political activism, lobbying

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Teacher unions dedicate money to political activism, lobbying

(The Center Square) – National teacher unions contribute at least 10% of their annual budget to lobbying and political activism, which includes calling for the impeachment of Republican President Donald

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