Boeing hires replacement workers as defense unit strike enters second month

Core Points - Boeing is hiring new workers to replace employees in its defense unit as a strike enters its second month without a new contract agreement [1][2] - The union is demanding more concessions, complicating negotiations and leading Boeing to implement a contingency plan [2] - The strike involves 3,200 workers who rejected a contract offer that included a 20% wage increase and a $5,000 ratification bonus [3]