Former President Donald Trump made an unexpected appearance at Sneaker Con in Philadelphia over the weekend, where he unveiled his new line of signature sneakers. The move came amidst ongoing legal battles and as he vies for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024. Trump, facing a $355 million judgment in a New York civil fraud case, showcased the $399 “Never Surrender” kicks, adorned with a prominent T and an American flag.
Available for pre-order, the sneakers quickly sold out on Gettrumpsneakers.com, with only 1,000 pairs initially released. Ten lucky buyers even snagged autographed versions. Trump expressed enthusiasm for the venture, noting his longstanding desire to enter the sneaker market. Two additional styles, the “T-Red Wave” and “Potus 45,” remain available for pre-order.
While the production location remains undisclosed, Trump’s previous tariffs on China-made footwear loom large in the industry’s memory. President Joe Biden’s campaign seized the opportunity to comment, with Communications Director Michael Tyler quipping, “Donald Trump showing up to hawk bootleg Off-Whites is the closest he’ll get to any Air Force Ones ever again for the rest of his life.”
