U.S. textile companies are not only struggling with fashion trends, but also with Trump’s tariffs. What happens when fabric and buttons become more expensive before they even get under the needle? Joseph Ferrara, the owner of a factory in New York City’s garment district, is struggling with rising costs due to US import tariffs, particularly on imported fabrics and materials. Despite investing millions in his factory and employing 115 workers, Ferrara is under financial pressure. The new situation is forcing him to absorb costs internally while passing some on to customers.
Watch: https://www.dw.com/en/trumps-tariff-policy-hurts-us-textile-industry/video-72687289