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08-05-2025
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Port Of Seattle Commissioner Sounds Alarm On 'Real Implications' Of Trump Tariffs
The commissioner of the Port of Seattle on Wednesday offered a frightening snapshot of how President Donald Trump's widespread tariffs could result in a massive economic blow in the weeks ahead. Ryan Calkins — who predicted a 40% drop in container imports at the ports of Seattle and nearby Tacoma over the next few weeks — told CNN's Kaitlan Collins that, as of about 6 p.m., there were 'no container ships' berthed in the Port of Seattle. 'And that happens every once in a while in normal times but it's pretty rare,' he said. 'And so to see it tonight is, I think, a stark reminder that the impacts of the tariffs have real implications.' ADVERTISEMENT Calkins added that there weren't longshore workers on the dock unloading merchandise nor were there trains taking goods to inland ports or other cities such as Chicago, Illinois and Des Moines, Iowa. 'That's hundreds of jobs right here in our region and across the country,' Calkins continued. He went on to describe ports as the 'canary in the coal mine' for the country. 'The canary's struggling right now,' he said. Economists have claimed that should America face a recession, the possibility of which Trump has downplayed, it will begin on U.S. docks as the president rallies behind 145% tariffs on imported goods from China. The fears in Seattle come as the Port of Los Angeles — the busiest in the Western Hemisphere— expects to see container volume drop by more than one-third this week compared to the same time as last year, Axios noted. ADVERTISEMENT On Tuesday, CNN reported that the first ships carrying Chinese goods hit by Trump's tariffs have arrived in Los Angeles — meaning Americans could be just weeks away from seeing increased prices along with product shortages. U.S. exports have also plunged when comparing data from a five-week period before Trump's tariffs announcement to the five weeks afterward, according to an analysis by container-tracking company Vizion that was reported by CNBC. 'We haven't seen anything like this since the disruptions of summer 2020,' Vizion CEO Kyle Henderson told CNBC. Commissioner of the port of Seattle: I'm looking out at the port of Seattle right now, and we currently have no container ships at berth. And that happens every once in a while in normal times. But it is pretty rare. And so to see it tonight is, I think, a stark reminder that the… — Acyn (@Acyn) May 8, 2025 Related...
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08-05-2025
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Port Of Seattle Commissioner Sounds Alarm On 'Real Implications' Of Trump Tariffs
The commissioner of the Port of Seattle on Wednesday offered a frightening snapshot of how President Donald Trump's widespread tariffs could result in a massive economic blow in the weeks ahead. Ryan Calkins — who predicted a 40% drop in container imports at the ports of Seattle and nearby Tacoma over the next few weeks — told CNN's Kaitlan Collins that, as of about 6 p.m., there were 'no container ships' berthed in the Port of Seattle. 'And that happens every once in a while in normal times but it's pretty rare,' he said. 'And so to see it tonight is, I think, a stark reminder that the impacts of the tariffs have real implications.' Calkins added that there weren't longshore workers on the dock unloading merchandise nor were there trains taking goods to inland ports or other cities such as Chicago, Illinois and Des Moines, Iowa. 'That's hundreds of jobs right here in our region and across the country,' Calkins continued. He went on to describe ports as the 'canary in the coal mine' for the country. 'The canary's struggling right now,' he said. Economists have claimed that should America face a recession, the possibility of which Trump has downplayed, it will begin on U.S. docks as the president rallies behind 145% tariffs on imported goods from China. The fears in Seattle come as the Port of Los Angeles — the busiest in the Western Hemisphere— expects to see container volume drop by more than one-third this week compared to the same time as last year, Axios noted. On Tuesday, CNN reported that the first ships carrying Chinese goods hit by Trump's tariffs have arrived in Los Angeles — meaning Americans could be just weeks away from seeing increased prices along with product shortages. U.S. exports have also plunged when comparing data from a five-week period before Trump's tariffs announcement to the five weeks afterward, according to an analysis by container-tracking company Vizion that was reported by CNBC. 'We haven't seen anything like this since the disruptions of summer 2020,' Vizion CEO Kyle Henderson told CNBC. Related...
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30-04-2025
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Social media says Seattle ports are empty — but data shows growth
The Brief Viral social media posts falsely claim Seattle ports are "dead." Port officials report a 20% increase in cargo traffic this year. Tariffs could impact future imports, especially clothing and shoes; and consumers may begin to feel the effects during the 2025 holiday shopping season if trade issues persist. SEATTLE - Viral TikTok videos and Facebook posts claiming the Port of Seattle is "effectively dead" are spreading fast — but port officials say the rumors aren't true. The claims, which show videos of empty-looking docks and container yards, have reached tens of thousands of viewers across social platforms. One widely shared video falsely states, "Not a single international cargo ship in the port of Seattle." By the numbers Despite what the videos show, the latest shipping data from the Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA) tells a different story. The NWSA, which represents the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma, reports nearly a 20% increase in domestic and international container volume over the first four months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. In the past month alone, the Port of Seattle saw a 7% increase in cargo volume, the NWSA confirmed. As of Monday, three ships were docked in Seattle and three in Tacoma, and more than 30 international vessels are scheduled to arrive at the ports in the next two weeks. Dig deeper While port traffic is healthy now, local officials say they are bracing for economic ripple effects from recently announced U.S. tariffs. In a statement, the Port of Seattle said it expects the tariffs could "cause job loss and economic harm," warning that higher costs and supply chain disruptions may be on the horizon. What they're saying Port of Seattle Commissioner Ryan Calkins urged the public not to overreact to viral rumors or trade tensions. "The sooner we can resolve this [trade war], the better, but I also want people to take a deep breath and know that our supply chain will continue, that we have a diverse global economy," Calkins said. "There is no reason to panic." Ryan Calkins, Port of Seattle commissioner According to Calkins, fashion goods such as clothing and shoes could be the most impacted by the tariffs. He tells FOX 13 Seattle the trade war may also cause major issues for the 2025 holiday shopping season. For updates on cargo schedules and port operations, visit The Source Information for this story came from the Port of Seattle, Northwest Seaport Alliance and FOX 13 Seattle original reporting. Seattle cruise season sets sail with record-breaking demand, big economic impact First confirmed Pacific Northwest sighting of invasive Chinese mitten crab Motorcyclist dead, 2 others injured in Pierce County crash At least 11 dead after car plows into Vancouver, B.C. crowd Tears, heartbreak at Chase Jones sentencing—teen in fatal Renton, WA crash To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
