Striking Boeing defense workers vote on new contract

Core Points - Boeing defense workers are voting on a new contract that could potentially end a strike lasting over three months, which has impacted the production of F-15 fighter jets and other programs [1][2] - The proposed contract includes a 24% wage increase over five years and a $6,000 upfront bonus, an increase from a previous $3,000 bonus, while eliminating a prior proposal for $4,000 in later payments [2] Group 1 - Approximately 3,200 Boeing defense workers are involved in the voting process [1] - The strike initiated on August 4, marking the first stoppage for these workers since 1996 [2] - The workers are represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 837 [2]