Report: Biden won’t block dock strike

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Report: Biden won’t block dock strike   A coalition of shippers on Tuesday called on Biden to help restart contract negotiations between employers and union dockworkers, and said he should be ready to “step in” to prevent a strike at U.S. ports.   President Biden has stated he will not use the Taft-Hartley Act to prevent a potential strike by East and Gulf Coast longshore workers, despite concerns from shippers and trade groups.    The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), representing 45,000 workers, has threatened to strike on October 1 if no contract agreement is reached, primarily over wages and automation.   Employers and a coalition of trade groups are urging Biden to help restart stalled negotiations, warning that a strike could disrupt critical holiday imports and worsen supply chain issues. The Biden administration encourages both parties to negotiate in good faith.   ---   We will continue to update you as we monitor the situation and work with our customers to respond quickly to any unexpected disruptions or delays.