Fortunately for Americans, the strike at 36 East and Gulf coast ports isn't expected to disrupt the oil and gas industry – at least not right away.

National Association Wholesaler Distributors Eric Hoplin on the potential impacts of port strikes across the U.S. that could affect shipping and shortages.

A massive dockworker strike at seaports on the U.S. East and Gulf coasts is expected to wreak havoc on global supply chains and the economy, with American consumers likely to notice shortages of popular products if the work stoppage lasts for a long time.

More than 40,000 U.S. dockworkers could walk off the job soon if their union doesn't reach an agreement over a new contract with the shipping industry. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.

Tens of thousands of workers are on strike, affecting operations at 36 ports. Here's how it could impact Michigan.

This is the first strike the International Longshoreman’s Association or ILA has had since 1977. It’s been reported that 50,000 port workers are involved affecting 36 ports in total.