10/04/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 10/04/2024 11:38
The White House Office of Public Engagement invites you to join a virtual briefing on Friday, October 4 at 11:00 AM ET for an update on the strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports with senior officials from the White House and the Small Business Administration. To join the briefing, please register at the link below.
White House Briefing on East Coast and Gulf Coast Ports
Friday, October 4
11:00 AM EST
Please RSVP by 9 AM EST on Oct. 4.
Call canceled due to newly announced tentative agreement
Here's the latest on the strike:The United States Maritime Alliance, Ltd. (USMX) representing ocean carriers and marine terminal operators, released a statement yesterday reaffirming its focus on ratifying a new contract that addresses all key issues. It stated reaching an agreement will require negotiations at the table but that it cannot agree to any preconditions for returning to negotiations.
The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) representing longshoremen at the East and Gulf coast ports, released a statement saying that ILA President Daggett has received death threats and harassment after a news article revealed his home.
Vice President Harris has voiced her support for the ILA. "This strike is about fairness. Foreign-owned shipping companies have made record profits and executive compensation has grown. The Longshoremen, who play a vital role transporting essential goods across America, deserve a fair share of these record profits," Harris said in a statement.
The Congressional Research Service has issued a report outlining the potential economic impact of the labor strike if it were to last more than a few days. Key takeaways from the report include:
We'll continue to keep you updated. Please continue to share your port strike impact stories to help support our advocacy efforts on your behalf.