When Americans’ clothes were made in America

Under the “a picture is worth a thousand words” category, the office of the U.S. Trade Representative posted a chart on X Saturday showing the steep decline in the percentage of apparel sold in America that is also manufactured in America.

Part of President Trump’s tariff strategy is to make it more economically feasible for clothing manufacturers to make their products in the United States.

The post reads: “Reviving apparel production in America is not a pipe dream. It was not that long ago we were manufacturing 56% of U.S. apparel in America. ‘Made in America’ is an economic and national security priority of this administration.”

“@POTUS’ trade actions are ushering in a reshoring renaissance as companies pledge billions of dollars to expand U.S. manufacturing.”