We inquired whether the ILA strike completely halted operations at the East and Gulf Coast ports.

Port strikes at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports began on Tuesday, disrupting operations and raising concerns about their duration. The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) initiated the strike after rejecting a wage package from the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The ILA plans to continue demonstrations until their demands are met. As a result, several ports, including Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, Port Houston, and Georgia Ports Authority, reported closures or limited operations, significantly affecting cargo handling across the regions.