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News|Donald TrumpIs it legal for Trump to put his picture on US Mint dollar coin?Trump administration plans $1 coin with Trump’s image, breaking norms of avoiding living presidents on currency.

The United States Mint, responsible for producing legal tender coinage, is reportedly considering a commemorative $1 coin featuring the image of former President Donald Trump. This initiative is part of the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations.

The United States Mint, responsible for producing legal tender coinage, is reportedly considering a commemorative $1 coin featuring the image of former President Donald Trump. This initiative is part of the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations.

US currency traditionally does not feature living individuals, especially sitting presidents; however, exceptions have occurred in the past.

The proposed design includes Trump’s side profile on the front and an illustration of him on the reverse side, commemorating an event in Butler, Pennsylvania. The perimeter of the coin features the phrase “Fight Fight Fight.”

US coinage laws have generally prohibited living individuals from appearing on coins. The Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020, signed into law in January 2021, outlines the parameters for the 250th anniversary series. It specifies that no living person’s portrait can appear on the reverse side, but does not restrict the front design.

This initiative is part of the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations.
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The process for issuing this coin involves only administrative approval, allowing for direct control by the administration. Legal challenges may be limited due to the lack of direct harm required for litigation.

Traditionally, US currency has avoided featuring living individuals, aligning with the nation's republican values. Past instances have included figures like President Abraham Lincoln and Treasury Secretary Salmon P Chase.

Legislation in 1866 restricted living individuals from appearing on various forms of currency, excluding coins. Notable exceptions include commemorative coins for Alabama's centennial in 1921 and the 1995 Special Olympics World Games.

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In 2025, Liberia issued a commemorative coin featuring Donald Trump, with a design likening him to a Roman emperor. These coins are valued between $150 and $200.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

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