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Trump Face on $250 Bill

Trump Face on $250 Bill

Treasury Department officials are reportedly pushing for a new $250 bill featuring President Donald Trump's portrait to mark the nation's 250th anniversary.

The proposal faces significant legal hurdles, as current federal law prohibits any living person from appearing on U.S. currency.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that a design has been prepared in advance of potential legislative changes.

Critics have labeled the move a violation of historical precedent and a vulgar politicization of the upcoming semiquincentennial celebrations.

Congressional approval would be required to overturn the 160-year-old law currently in place.

Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
Treasury Department Federal Credit Union
Credit union in Washington, D.C.
Scott Bessent
United States Secretary of the Treasury
United States
Country located primarily in North America