Biden, Harris Fully Back Longshoremen’s Strike Threatening To Cripple American Economy Just Weeks Before Election
The union has demanded a total ban on the use of efficiency-improving automation at East Coast ports, which the industry group says will lead to higher prices for all Americans.

President Biden and Vice President Harris are standing behind the International Longshoremen’s Association’s strike as thousands of port employees head to the picket line. The ILA has called for drastic salary increases and a complete ban on automation at East and Gulf Coast ports, which the industry group says will lead to higher prices on nearly everything.
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