Judge Arthur Engoron sentenced the former president on Friday to a fine of about $355 million, including for making false statements about his assets. Just one day later, it seems that Donald Trump has found a way to increase his fortune again: he is now selling sneakers – gold ones, to be precise.
The Republican presented the shoes himself at Sneaker Con, a trade fair for collectors in Philadelphia. The most expensive “Trump sneakers” cost almost $400. They have red soles, the American flag on the back and a gold “T” badge on the side. According to the description they are a ‘real collector’s item’. According to the website, there are only 1,000 numbered pairs available, some of which are signed by Trump himself. It goes on to say that the sneakers are “bold, gold and cool, just like President Trump.”
The trade show appearance may have come as a surprise to most, but Trump had the idea for a long time, as he claims: “It’s something I’ve been talking about for twelve, thirteen years, and I think it will be. a great success.” A few hours after the ex-president’s announcement, the ‘Never Surrender’ sneakers were sold out on the website.
In addition to the gold sneakers, other sneakers and a perfume called “Victory 47” are also sold. According to our own information, the website has no connection with Trump’s campaign. Representatives of the same companies promoted the presidential candidate’s appearance at the sneaker fair in online posts.
Donald Trump sensed that ‘sneakerheads’, as collectors describe themselves, are not the most obvious target group for the 77-year-old politician’s fan items as soon as he arrived at the fair. Unlike his campaign events, there was not only applause, but also plenty of boos when he took the stage. He said, somewhat irritated, “There are a lot of emotions in this room.”
In the past, Donald Trump has often had unusual business ideas. Trump Airlines, Trump Vodka, Trump Water and Trump Wine and Trump University were flops. It remains to be seen whether the sneakers will bring the ex-president the desired success in the election year.
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