Trump Sells Gold-Branded Sneakers at Sneaker Con, Raising Eyebrows

Trump Sells Gold-Branded Sneakers at Sneaker Con, Raising Eyebrows

Former president Donald Trump sparked discussion this week by selling his own line of $399 gold-emblazoned sneakers at Sneaker Con, a major footwear convention. This move comes one day after a New York court ordered him to pay a $355 million penalty for financial misconduct.

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The sneakers, dubbed "Never Surrender High-Tops," feature a gold lame upper with an American flag detail on the back. They are sold online for $399 alongside other Trump-branded merchandise like cologne and perfume.

The move has drawn mixed reactions, with some criticizing it as tone-deaf and insensitive considering the recent court ruling. Others view it as a savvy marketing move capitalizing on Trump's brand recognition. Some co mmentators see it as a continuation of Trump's long-standing association with luxury goods and self-promotion.