Summary

Trump’s proposed fees on China-built ships at U.S. ports are causing coal stockpiles to grow and disrupting agricultural exports.

The plan aims to boost U.S. shipbuilding by imposing up to $1.5 million in fines, but vessel shortages have stalled shipments of coal, oil, LNG, and farm products.

Coal exports worth $130 billion are at risk, and farmers face up to $930 million in added costs.

Industry groups warn of severe economic impacts, while limited availability of U.S.-built, U.S.-flagged vessels compounds challenges.