Plans Underway to Issue a $250 Bill Featuring Donald Trump’s Portrait

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s Declaration of Independence, preparations are underway to print a new $250 bill featuring President Donald Trump’s portrait and signature. A bill has been introduced in the US Congress proposing amendments to current law, which prohibits depicting living individuals on currency. Despite potential opposition from the Democratic Party, government officials have accelerated the design and printing process of the new note. (May 29, Kathmandu)

Scott Bessent of the US Treasury Department confirmed the plan to produce a $250 bill bearing Donald Trump’s image and signature to commemorate the nation’s 250th Independence Day. However, the final decision on whether to release the note to the public rests with Congress.

According to US law, no living person may appear on dollar bills or government currency. This law, effective since 1866, has prevented any living American citizen’s image from being featured for over 150 years. Last year, a congressional bill was introduced aiming to amend the law to allow current and former presidents to be depicted on currency.

At a White House press conference, Bessent clarified that the Treasury has already developed the bill’s design, hopeful for the passing of the congressional bill. “The Washington Post” reports that Brandon Beech, the US Treasurer appointed by Trump, is pressuring the Treasury’s Bureau of Engraving and Printing to expedite the design and production process. The mock-up for the bill includes the inscription “America 250 Anniversary.” Critics accuse former President Trump, who plans to return to the White House in 2025, of expanding his personal branding across government institutions. Previously, large portraits of Trump have been installed in numerous federal buildings, including the Department of Justice, and his name has been added to the National Arts Center. While the Republican majority controls the House of Representatives, the bill would require 60 votes in the Senate to pass, leading Democrats to likely attempt to block it.