US tariffs disrupt ports, creating supply chain uncertainty
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US ports and related businesses face operational disruption due to the imposition of tariffs, leading to supply chain uncertainty and potential job losses. Supply chain analysts predict rerouting, uneven port utilization, and slowed trade as a result of the tariffs. The Port of Los Angeles, handling significant Chinese goods, anticipates a "bumpy" ride, with potential ripple effects globally. The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, handling a third of US containerized cargo, saw increased activity in March. China's trade surplus with the US reached $76.6 billion in the first quarter.