Frederick, MD – Today, SEIU 500 announced its endorsement of Congressman David Trone’s reelection campaign, further positioning Trone as the unrivaled candidate for workers’ rights and organized labor.
“I’m deeply honored to have the support of the hardworking members of SEIU 500,” said Congressman David Trone. “Many of these folks have dedicated their lives to education and our public schools, quietly helping shape future generations and fostering a warm environment where all kids can thrive. Workers deserve a fierce advocate in Washington — we’re committed to fighting for them every day in the halls of Congress.”
“SEIU 500 is proud to endorse David Trone for Congress — a proven champion for working people, labor rights, and the fundamental right to organize,” said Travis B. Simon, Executive Director of SEIU 500. “Our union proudly represents K-12 support staff, faculty and staff at colleges and universities, graduate student workers, nonprofit workers, child care providers, and healthcare workers who strengthen our communities every single day. David Trone has consistently stood alongside working people in the fight for fair wages, strong benefits, safe working conditions, and expanded collective bargaining rights. He understands that when workers have a voice on the job, our communities are stronger. We are proud to stand with David Trone and send him back to Washington to continue fighting for workers and working families.”
SEIU 500 joins a growing list of unions supporting Trone’s campaign, including the Maryland State Education Association, IAFF Local 1664, IBEW Local 24, IBEW Local 26, IBEW Local 307, IBEW Local 1200, SMART International, SMART Local 100, IAFF Local 3666, UNITE HERE Local 25, the Mid Atlantic Pipe Trades Association, and LiUNA.
David Trone served Maryland’s 6th District in Congress from 2019-2025. He is running for re-election in Congress to fight Trump and his MAGA agenda, protect our neighbors and our rights, and end the tariffs that are causing prices to keep going up for Maryland families.