As Costco is embroiled in a controversy over its DEI policies, another battle is brewing but with 18,000 of their own employees, who may walk off the job as soon as this week.

Despite Costco claims it has a stable “cared-for employee base,” over 18,000 employees disagree. Costco Teamsters have voted to strike on Jan. 31.

Costco Teamsters members voted to authorize a strike if negotiations on a new contract don't result in a new deal by Jan. 31.