Here's the $250 bank note with Trump's mugshot on it
A hypothetical $250 bank note featuring President Trump's mugshot has been proposed. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the decision lies with Congress, as two laws would need to be amended for this to happen. Trump has also expressed a desire to have his signature on the new bills instead of the secretary's, which does not require legislative approval.
- ▪The proposed $250 bill would require changes to existing laws that currently prohibit living individuals from appearing on bank notes.
- ▪Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the Treasury is preparing for the possibility of the legislation passing.
- ▪Senator Mark Warner criticized the administration's focus on the bill instead of addressing economic issues affecting American families.
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Here's the $250 bank note with Trump's mugshot on it Rob Beschizza 3:24 pm Thu May 28, 2026 Scott Bessent at the White House (screenshot) Introducing a forthcoming hypothetical $250 bill featuring President Trump's mugshot, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent seemed unable to suppress a faint air of amused dégoût — though it might be argued this is simply his customary manner of addressing other human beings. When asked about a possible new bill during a White House briefing on Thursday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said "it's all in the hands" of Congress and that, while his department was preparing in case the legislation passes, the Treasury would follow the law.
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