Former President Donald J. Trump's latest merchandise, the $399 Never Surrender sneakers, is seen as a reflection of his values and electoral strategy. The gilded high-tops, adorned with an American flag and Trump's signature 'T,' are criticized for lacking technical performance attributes and being mere imitations of existing sneakers. Despite initial ridicule, there is concern that the commercialization of his legal issues through such products is a strategic move to downplay their seriousness and profit from trivializing his situation. The sneakers, despite claims of selling out, are unlikely to provide significant income but serve to undermine the weight of his legal challenges.