On Wednesday, the US Department of the Treasury announced the launch of a new one-dollar coin featuring former President Donald Trump\u2019s portrait, part of the country\u2019s 250th independence anniversary celebrations. The coin is set to be released this fall. <\/p>\n
The final design, approved earlier this year by the Commission of Fine Arts\u2014whose members were appointed by Trump\u2014differs from the original concept in notable ways. For instance, the coin is not made of gold but has a gold-colored finish. <\/p>\n
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the coin as a tribute \u201cto the enduring legacy of liberty and a lasting symbol of patriotism.\u201d In a post on X, he said the coin \u201ccelebrates the strength of American values and the promise of a nation dedicated to preserving freedom for all.\u201d <\/p>\n
Trump himself told Fox Business Network on Wednesday that having his face on a coin is \u201cvery unusual,\u201d but he felt \u201chonored\u201d and called it \u201cvery nice\u201d to receive such recognition. <\/p>\n
This move continues Trump\u2019s pattern of placing his name and image in historical records, following his renaming of institutions like the Peace Institute, the Kennedy Center, and a new class of warships. However, the decision has sparked criticism because federal law generally prohibits depicting living presidents on coins. Still, the Treasury Secretary holds the authority to authorize coin issuance under certain circumstances. <\/p>\n
The coin\u2019s obverse features Trump in a suit and tie with a stern expression. The word \u201cLiberty\u201d arches across the top, with the dates 1776-2026 below. The phrase \u201cIn God We Trust\u201d appears in the center. <\/p>\n
On the reverse, the traditional bald eagle seal of the United States is displayed, with \u201cUnited States of America\u201d above and the Latin motto \u201cE Pluribus Unum\u201d (\u201cOut of many, one\u201d) on the eagle\u2019s shield. <\/p>\n
Notably, the final design removes Trump\u2019s original pose of leaning forward on his fists, though the Treasury did not explain the reason for this change. <\/p>\n
While the coin has stirred debate, it also reflects ongoing conversations about how national symbols evolve and who is honored in public memory\u2014an important consideration for a diverse and changing America.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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