Boeing's fighter-jet factory workers go on strike after turning down a new contract offer. The roughly 3,200 workers began their strike early Monday. Boeing had offered 20% wages increases, a $5,000 bonus and other improvements.

The walkout of more than 3,200 Boeing workers on Monday could delay the rollout of the next‑generation F‑47 fighter jet, a cornerstone of plans to cement future US air superiority.View on euronews

About 3,200 workers at Boeing facilities in St. Louis; St. Charles, Missouri; and Mascoutah, Illinois, voted to reject a labor agreement with Boeing.