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U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his administration’s trade policy focus on domestic production of advanced technologies and military equipment rather than textiles and apparel. Speaking before boarding Air Force One in New Jersey on Sunday, Trump emphasized the need to prioritize high-value manufacturing, echoing recent remarks from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
“We’re not looking to make sneakers and T-shirts,” Trump told reporters. “We want to make military equipment. We want to make big things. We want to do the AI thing with computers.” He added that socks and shirts could be produced “very well in other locations,” while the U.S. should focus on building tanks, ships, microchips, and computers to stay competitive in the global economy.
Bessent's April 29 comments dismissing the necessity of a "booming textile industry" sparked backlash from the National Council of Textile Organizations, which advocates for American textile manufacturing. However, Trump stood firm, stating that his priority lies in industries crucial to national security and technological leadership.
Trump’s latest remarks come amid renewed trade tensions. On Friday, he proposed a 50% tariff on European Union imports starting June 1 and warned Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) of a potential 25% tariff on imported iPhones sold in the U.S. These moves have unsettled global markets and raised concerns of escalating trade wars.
As the 2025 election cycle heats up, Trump’s comments signal a continued push for reshoring strategic manufacturing, especially in defense and artificial intelligence sectors, while de-emphasizing traditional consumer goods. The administration’s tariff strategy appears aimed at pressuring trade partners while boosting U.S.-based production of critical technologies.
