Harold Daggett, president of the International Longshoremen’s Association, is facing increased scrutiny as dockworkers across the East and Gulf Coasts continue their strike. Recently, Daggett’s luxurious lifestyle, including a sprawling mansion in Sparta, New Jersey, has come under the spotlight. Exclusive photos show his 7,136-square-foot Tudor-style home, which features a Bentley convertible parked outside its five-car garage. The property, located on 10 acres, also includes a pool, outdoor bar, pizza oven, and a guest house.
Daggett’s position as a union leader with an annual salary of $728,000, along with an additional $173,000 from ILA-Local 1804-1, has drawn attention, particularly as he leads the strike demanding higher wages and a ban on automation at U.S. ports. The strike, which has shut down 36 ports from Maine to Texas, is expected to cost the U.S. economy billions of dollars if it continues.
Daggett’s home and lifestyle have become a focal point of media coverage, especially in light of his threats to “cripple” the U.S. economy if demands are not met. The union is currently negotiating with port managers, with workers asking for a 77% pay increase over six years.
As the strike progresses, supply chains are expected to experience disruptions, potentially leading to shortages of perishable items and higher prices for imported goods.