Statement of TCU National President Artie Maratea:
“Everyone at TCU was stunned and saddened to hear of the Amtrak Empire Builder derailment in Montana yesterday. We still do not know the full extent of the derailment and the injuries that may have been caused, but TCU will do all that is needed to help everyone involved and aid in the investigation. Our prayers are with our members, the crew, the passengers and their families as they attempt to recover from this tragic accident.”