Kaiser mental health workers in Northern California will strike today, protesting what they say is the outsourcing of jobs to AI. Over 23 thousand nurses will join them in solidarity. The walkout follows stalled contract talks. Union leaders worry AI could replace therapists and hurt patient care. Kaiser denies this, saying AI will support, not replace staff. Picketing will happen at several locations including Sacramento, Oakland, and Santa Clara. Hospitals will stay open, but some appointments may be rescheduled.