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Trump Assassination Attempt Spurs Rapid T-Shirt Sales in China and US

Jul 14, 2024, 10:49 AM

Following an apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania, T-shirts and other merchandise featuring images of the incident have rapidly appeared on the market. Chinese online retailers, including Taobao, began selling these items within hours of the event. Reports indicate that one vendor made 43 sales within three hours, and there are at least 10 other vendors offering similar products. The merchandise includes T-shirts and tote bags printed with Trump's bloodied face. Additionally, T-shirts featuring Trump holding a raised fist appeared in American stores. The swift production and sale of these items highlight the rapid response of Chinese product development cycles.