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The United Steelworkers union notifies Motiva, the owner of the largest refinery in the United States, that its members are going on strike. This escalation in the labor-management confrontation impacts the oil industry significantly. The strike begins at Motiva's refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, with additional strikes planned at other refineries and chemical plants. The union's decision reflects its concerns about safety issues and the need for fair negotiations.
Friday, 20 February, 2015