In a recent rally in Ohio, President Donald Trump made a fiery promise to his supporters – if he becomes president in the 2024 election, he will ban the Chinese-based fashion company, Shein. The target of his ire was not just limited to Shein, as he also mentioned his previous promise to ban TikTok, which has been a hot topic for the past year.
The reason behind Trump’s promise? He fears that Shein, just like TikTok, will have a CCP (Chinese Communist Party) effect on fashion, similar to how the popular social media app changed the landscape of social media. In his speech, the former president blamed Joe Biden for allowing Chinese influence in American culture during his presidency.
“Joe Bidet has been weak on China and now we’re seeing the consequences of that in our own fashion industry,” Trump proclaimed to the cheering crowd. “Instagram used to be so much better before it became a TikTok clone. We can’t let the same thing happen to our fashion choices.”
Trump’s stance on banning Shein and TikTok is not surprising, as he has consistently been vocal about his concerns over China’s influence in the United States. During his time as president, he signed executive orders to ban both apps, citing national security concerns.
But this time, he is also focusing on the cultural aspect. “We cannot let China dictate what’s fashionable in America,” Trump declared. He went on to say that a ban on Shein and TikTok would not only protect national security but also American culture and the fashion industry.
Trump’s promise to ban Shein if he becomes president has sparked a debate among fashion enthusiasts. Some see it as a necessary step, while others view it as limiting freedom of choice. Regardless, it is clear that the former president is determined to keep American fashion “American” and not let it become another outlet for Chinese influence.
