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Nationwide Port Strike Threatens to Disrupt Goods, Impact US Economy

Name: Nationwide Port Strike Threatens to Disrupt Goods, Impact US Economy
Uploaded: 2024-10-01T14:00:00-07:00
Channel: NBC Palm Springs
Description: Thousands of port workers from Boston to Houston are on strike, potentially causing major disruptions in the supply of goods like food and cars. The International Longshoremen's Association is demanding higher wages and a ban on fully automated equipment. Economists warn a week-long strike could cost the US over $2 billion and lead to higher prices for consumers.

By: NBC Palm Springs

October 1, 2024

port strikeInternational Longshoremens AssociationUS economysupply chain disruptionhigher wagesautomated equipment baneast coast portsGulf coast portsconsumer prices

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