I have no idea about USB C connector being mechanically defective, but how would that relate to labor unions? And how does that relate to my question?

At this point I'm suspecting "because libertardian mad libs."

Personally I'm looking forwards to my iPhone using friends no longer being second class citizens when it comes to borrowing a charger, but opinions will naturally vary.

In the original article it references internal market and labor unions a dozen times or more. I would say you should read it, but it is not worth your time.