Trump Gifts Cabinet Members Dress Shoes: 'No Sneakers Allowed'

President confirms providing administration officials with 'spiffy' leather oxfords, saying he wants his Cabinet to look professional.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:03pm

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President Donald Trump says he has been gifting dress shoes, particularly Florsheim leather oxfords, to his Cabinet members and other administration officials, because he does not want them wearing sneakers. Trump confirmed the reports, stating that he provides the shoes as a gift when officials tell him they have a problem with their footwear.

Why it matters

The president's focus on his Cabinet's footwear reflects his attention to personal style and image, which some critics have mocked as frivolous. However, the move also signals Trump's desire for his administration to project a professional, polished appearance.

The details

According to Trump, he has been providing Florsheim leather oxfords, which typically retail for $145, to Cabinet heads, lawmakers, White House advisers, and other VIPs. The president denied being 'gaga' over the specific Florsheim brand, but said the shoes 'seem to work out pretty well' in making his team look 'spiffy and nice.' Trump said he does not like Cabinet members wearing sneakers, which he called 'wonderful' but inappropriate for the office.

  • In 2024, President Trump introduced Trump Sneakers at Sneaker Con in Philadelphia, with mid-top and high-top options available.

The players

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States, who has been gifting dress shoes to his Cabinet members and other administration officials.

Marco Rubio

The Secretary of State, who was criticized for wearing dress shoes that appeared too large for him.

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What they’re saying

“When they tell me they have a problem, I say, 'Let me get you a pair of shoes.'”

— Donald Trump, President of the United States (The Brian Kilmeade Show)

“I never like Cabinet members walking in in sneakers. Sneakers are wonderful, but I don't want my Cabinet members wearing sneakers.”

— Donald Trump, President of the United States (The Brian Kilmeade Show)

The takeaway

President Trump's focus on his Cabinet's footwear reflects his attention to personal style and image, which some view as frivolous but also signals his desire for his administration to project a professional, polished appearance.