James Riddle "Jimmy" Hoffa was an American labor union leader who served as the president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) from 1958 to 1971. He was born on February 14, 1913 in Brazil, Indiana, and grew up in a working-class family in Detroit, Michigan. Hoffa's father was a coal miner and union activist, which influenced Hoffa's own interest in labor rights and union activism. Hoffa began his career as a union organizer in the 1930s, working for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming an influential figure in the union and earning a reputation as a tough negotiator and effective leader. During his presidency, Hoffa worked to expand the power and influence of the Teamsters, making it one of the largest and most influential unions in the country. He was known for his aggressive tactics, including organizing strikes, negotiating tough contracts, and using his political connections to advance