Trump’s face could appear on US $250 bill
A proposal has been made to feature President Donald Trump's image on a new US $250 bill. This would mark the first time a living person has appeared on US currency in over 150 years. The initiative has sparked controversy and criticism, particularly among Democrats, who view it as an attempt to elevate Trump's personal brand.
- ▪The proposed US $250 bill featuring President Trump was first reported by the Washington Post.
- ▪If approved, it would be the first time a living president's image appears on US currency in a century and a half.
- ▪Concerns have been raised about the legality of depicting a living president on US money, as it violates federal law.
3 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 7 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 centre, 1 lean right.
- ▪ Trump's face could appear on $250 bill — Korea Times
- ▪ Trump Wants To Put His OWN Face on a $250 Bill | MAGA Thursdays LIVE — The Bulwark
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 08:01:00 +0800 |
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Trump’s face could appear on US $250 billSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe proposed US$250 bill featuring President Donald Trump is the latest move to shatter US traditions by putting his personal stamp on national institutions.PHOTO: AFPPublished May 29, 2026, 08:01 AMUpdated May 29, 2026, 08:01 AMWASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump could soon appear on a new US$250 bill, in the Republican’s latest move to shatter US traditions by putting his personal stamp on national institutions.A proposal for the new bill, featuring a glaring Mr Trump, was first reported on May 28 by the Washington Post.If carried out, it would be the first time the image of a living person – let alone a president – had appeared on US currency in a century and a half.“Right now there is…
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