The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union port strike, which could cost the U.S. economy billions per day, was notably absent from last night’s Vice Presidential debate. While Kamala Harris has…
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WASHINGTON — Republicans lawmakers are warning President Joe Biden to get more involved in the dispute between waterfront labor and container terminal operators at East Coast ports or risk a major supply chain disruption starting at the end of the month.
“Given the devastating economic consequences of a potential strike and the Administration’s lack of engagement to date, we urge you to give immediate attention to this matter, to aid in these negotiations, and find a reasonable resolution to...
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WASHINGTON — A dockworker strike along the U.S. East and Gulf coasts could endanger Kamala Harris’ presidential bid, say retail and transportation leaders.
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) affirmed last week that it plans to strike if its contract demands are not met, and the West Coast ports, represented by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union, has pledged solidarity.
That’s why the Biden administration will likely be working behind the scenes – if it isn’t already –...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/potential-port-strike-a-dilemma-for-harris
By Karen Lema MANILA, Nov 21 (Reuters) – U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will reaffirm American commitments to the defense of the Philippines when she meets with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in Manila on…
By Poppy McPherson (Reuters) – U.S Vice President Kamala Harris announced $20 million in new funding for clean energy projects in the Mekong region, during the last day of her tour of…
By Trevor Hunnicutt (Reuters) U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris arrives in the Philippines on Sunday for talks aimed at reviving ties with Washington’s oldest ally in Asia and one that…
By Jihoon Lee SEOUL, Sept 25 (Reuters) – North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast on Sunday, ahead of planned military drills by South Korean and…
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Sept 24 (Reuters) – South Korea’s military has detected signs that North Korea may be preparing to test a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), Yonhap news agency reported on Saturday, days before a…
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New federal air pollution standards for heavy-duty trucks beginning with the 2027 model year are forecast to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by up to 90% by 2031 compared with today’s standards, according to a Biden administration proposal.
The proposed stricter standards, which the Environmental Protection Agency confirmed in February were forthcoming and formally announced on Monday by Vice President Kamala Harris, would be the first time truck emission requirements were updated in 20 years.
“Th...
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By Nandita Bose (Reuters) – U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday accused Beijing of coercion and intimidation to back unlawful claims in the South China Sea, her most pointed…