Steve Lamar

In what universe does making products in U.S. Federal Prison factories “represent American manufacturing at its best.”? Why is the @CommerceGov promoting U.S. prison factories at @SelectUSA this week?

With the one-year anniversary of “Liberation Day” coming up next week, we ran the numbers: over $140 Billion in illegal IEEPA #tariffs across all 50 states through January. $0 refunded. We made a chart that may look familiar:

More good news on IEEPA tariff refunds from the CIT judge's order itself: CBP is ordered to give ALL importers immediate relief.

AAFA will host our 50th #AmericanImageAwards at Gotham Hall, NYC on April 21! Today, hear from an incredible leader and partner in our important ESG work, Nathaniel Sponsler, accepting 2026 Eco-Steward on behalf of AFIRM Group: americanimageawards.org/AIA26/Eco26.as…

It was my honor to welcome Ahmed Al-Ahmed to the Capitol today. Ahmed is the brave hero who stopped the vicious antisemitic terrorist attacker in Australia on the first night of Hanukkah. He is still recovering from his wounds. Antisemitism must be confronted and defeated wherever it appears, and we continue to pray for those who grieve the loss of their loved ones because of the horrific attack at Bondi Beach.

#ICYMI, hear from aEAC Susan S. Thomas from the Office of Trade in the latest edition of #TalkingTrade: If a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is. #Counterfeit goods can be harmful and unsafe—from fake electronics to toxic drinkware. This holiday season, protect your loved ones and only buy from trusted sellers. ✅🛍️ Learn how @CBP keeps counterfeit goods out of American commerce: go.dhs.gov/ZS6

Counting down to #BlackFriday, we’re also counting on Congress to help protect brands & consumers from illicit #Counterfeit goods that have REAL harms. Help sound the #AntiCounterfeiting alarms: aafaglobal.org/CounterfeitDev… #Ecommerce #FightFakes #IP

2026 is just around the corner and now’s the time to set yourself up for a smarter, stronger supply chain! April 14-15, gather for support in the areas of transportation/logistics, tariff mitigation strategies, traceability, & more with #AAFASmartTrade: aafaglobal.org/smarttrade26

The 2026 #AAFASummit will close with an insider’s look at America’s political landscape from one of the nation’s leading voices in news – @JohnKingCNN! Take part with us across two powerful days focused on The Next Moves: Bold Ideas, Smart Futures > aafaglobal.org/Summit26

AAFA backs tariff-free trade steps with El Salvador & Guatemala #SmartTrade fibre2fashion.com/news/internati…

April 14-15, AAFA looks forward to bringing the industry together for the 2026 #AAFASmartTrade Conference, hosted with Under Armour, Inc. in Baltimore! Register to gather around shared perspectives and priorities for healthy supply chains: aafaglobal.org/smarttrade26

Thanks ⁦@apparelfootwear⁩ for visiting DR and see all the opportunities in our country and region for manufacturing to export U.S. ⁦@stevewonk⁩ ⁦@anibalcap⁩ ⁦@JBlum8688⁩ ⁦@MercedesCarmenC⁩ ⁦@codevi_campus⁩ ⁦@Adozona_rd⁩ ⁦@MIC_RD⁩

This #NationalUniformDay we thank all members and stakeholders that contribute to dressing hard working Americans! Healthcare workers, those in hospitality, our military, and so many more each and every day. #Scrubs #StyleAndService #MadeInUSA #BerryAmendement #ProductSafety

There is plenty of confusion over what the new trade landscape means in practice. Join us at the Fall Summit to hear @apparelfootwear's Stephen Lamar break down tariffs, de minimis and trade deals. Register here: bit.ly/4oq8IqO

From supporting healthcare workers in the ER to shining on the Emmy stage, @wearfigs proves there’s nothing they can’t do. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement and to Noah Wyle on his well-deserved win! @THR ow.ly/5mtr50WX9Nl

AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP need to be renewed urgently by Congress! “The lack of certainty that these programmes will be renewed, as Congress waits to the very last moment, has already stymied investment opportunities.” @juststyle ow.ly/42gY50WRecy

We're kicking off America’s 250th in style! AAFA is proud to join @America250 as a Supporting Partner to celebrate 250 years of America and the fashion industry's long history of American style and innovation. @stevewonk ow.ly/Kvz450WPQgy

Thank you @nytimes and @AnaSwanson for covering the real impact of tariffs on small businesses in our industry. Featuring @Ruthie_Davis & @SteveWonk. #TariffsHurt #SmartTrade ow.ly/c9hM50WNxI1

"The constant cycle of deadline delays and vague deal terms surrounding the imposition of US tariffs on China is continuing to stifle innovation, strategic decision-making, & long-term growth..." @SteveWonk #TariffsHurt #TariffsAreTaxes #SmartTrade ow.ly/rNCz50WFaHF

Remarks from @lydiadepillis of the @NYT with CNN describes a confusing and "slapdash" set of trade policies ... #TradeWar #SmartTrade #TariffsAreTaxes #TariffsHurt @SteveWonk youtube.com/watch?v=ymRL2l…

"We are waiting for the other shoe to drop on tariffs, while consumers are bracing for the price of those shoes to rise.” @stevewonk #TariffsHurt #TariffsAreTaxes