US East Coast port strike set to start Tuesday, says union

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -A port strike on the U.S. East Coast and Gulf of Mexico will go ahead starting on Tuesday, the International Longshoremen’s Association union said on Sunday, signaling action that could cause delays and snarl supply chains. The United States Maritime Alliance, known as USMX, represents employers of the East and Gulf Coast longshore industry. USMX did not immediately comment.