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2 November 2026

Strike at busiest US port just days away as talks continue

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Strike at busiest US port just days away as talks continue

The Pacific Maritime Association and International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 26 have signed a contract extension through 5 p. m. Pacific Time on Wednesday, Nov. 4, temporarily postponing a potential work stoppage at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach while negotiations continue. The two sides will continue bargaining with assistance from the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service.

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