White House Working Intently To Avert National Rail Strike

The secretaries of labor, agriculture and transportation are also involved.

(Washington, DC) — The White House is working intently to avert a national rail strike by week’s end. Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said it would have broad and profound impacts on the shipment of food and products across the U.S. She told reporters President Biden has been personally involved in efforts to encourage rail companies and workers to settle their differences. The secretaries of labor, agriculture and transportation are also involved.