US Labor Secretary Says He ‘Feels Good’ About Port Negotiations

US Labor Secretary Marty Walsh remained upbeat about contract negotiations between workers and shipping companies for some of the country’s most important ports, even as talks extend past a previous deadline.

The contract between the West Coast port union -- which includes the busiest port in the US -- and the Pacific Maritime Association, a trade group representing carriers and shippers, expired July 1 and talks were extended. Both sides are seeking to avoid a strike that could further snarl supply chains and boost prices for companies and consumers.

“I’m not concerned,” Walsh said in an interview with Jon ...