Exclusive: How Trump turned a viral Senate brawl into a union alliance

Senator Markwayne Mullin and Teamsters president Sean O'Brien have reconciled after a previous confrontation, thanks to the intervention of former President Trump. Trump urged them to settle their differences, recognizing the importance of organized labor support for Republicans in the presidential and Senate races. The Teamsters have declined to endorse a presidential candidate for the first time in nearly 30 years, with internal polling indicating members favor Trump over Vice President Harris. O'Brien spoke at the GOP convention but not at the Democratic convention. Mullin acknowledges the need for Republicans to gain trust among union members, despite his criticism of union leadership and support for right-to-work laws. He believes unions play a crucial role in ensuring fair treatment of workers. The reconciliation between Mullin and O'Brien highlights the efforts by Republicans to woo union votes, particularly in key swing states.