West Coast ports are preparing for a potential decrease in import volume due to China tariffs, which could take effect within days. Reports indicate that the Port of Seattle has been rumored to resemble a ‘ghost town,’ though these claims need verification. Additionally, empty retail shelves and trucking layoffs have raised concerns about an impending summer recession. The significant decline in activity at the L.A. port serves as a warning of the forthcoming tariff damage, which may disrupt back-to-school and holiday shopping seasons. — new from The New York Times