Summary
The CEO of the American clothing company Origin spoke out after Nicolás Maduro, a Venezuelan politician, was photographed wearing one of their hoodies. Maduro, who faces charges related to drug trafficking, was seen in New York City under DEA custody. The company's CEO commented on the symbolic nature of an individual like Maduro wearing their product.
Key Facts
- Nicolás Maduro was seen wearing an Origin hoodie when he arrived in New York City under DEA custody.
- Maduro was indicted for "narco-terrorism" charges by the U.S. Department of Justice.
- Origin's CEO, Pete Roberts, noted the irony of Maduro wearing a product from an American company focused on reviving U.S. manufacturing.
- Roberts discussed the impact of losing manufacturing jobs in American communities, leading to social issues such as narcotics use.
- John Gretton "Jocko" Willink Jr., co-owner of Origin, also shared the photo of Maduro wearing the hoodie on social media.
- Origin's hoodie seen on Maduro is not available for immediate purchase and is set to ship in spring.
