Jordan Drayton is a union security officer at Temple University’s Liacouras Garage, a busy public parking facility in the heart of North Philadelphia. On any given shift, the job can change instantly. From attempted car thefts and public intoxication to violent encounters, Jordan is expected to be a first responder and safekeeper of his community.
On January 29, 2026, New York City took a historic step to protect the protectors.
When Donald Trump claimed that “people don’t care about affordability,” Tyrone Patterson, a Philadelphia security officer, took to social media to set the record straight.
On December 18, the New York City Council passed historic legislation to raise standards across the private security industry, honoring the legacy of Aland Etienne, a 32BJ SEIU member and security officer who lost his life protecting others during the July mass shooting at 345 Park Avenue.
Seattle security officers just won their strongest contract to date – that hasn’t stopped officers like Demetrus Dugar from fighting for all working people. Across the country, Starbucks baristas are striking and rallying to demand that Starbucks corporate finally meet with them and negotiate a fair contract.
Like other security officers across the country, Tyrone Patterson is speaking out. Whether it’s contract campaigns or weighing in on the big picture, he’s making sure the voice of workers is heard loud and clear.
In October, 133 Houston airport security officers officially joined SEIUTX, winning union recognition through card-check vote!
Just weeks ago, hundreds of thousands of working people gathered for the historic No Kings 2.0 Protest, a massive display of unity where union members, immigrant families, community organizations, and allies. came together to clearly say: there is no place for authoritarianism, attacks on immigrants, or corporate greed in our democracy.
NYC’s Aland Etienne Safety & Security Act is an opportunity to commemorate a hero.
Loving father, partner, brother, union sibling, friend, New York hero
Security officers and community allies gathered outside Baltimore City Hall this week to call attention to what they described as “shameful” pay and benefits in one of the city’s fastest-growing industries.
Security officers protect office towers, hospitals, retail stores, and public buildings every single day. They act as first responders in emergencies, maintain workplace safety, and provide stability for their communities. Yet corporations and contractors treat them as disposable.
Media Reports Officers Trying to Get by on $40K in NYC
Security Officers in DC negotiate a union contract by sticking together and getting involved.
