U.S. passports with Trump’s picture will be issued to commemorate America’s 250th birthday
The U.S. State Department will issue commemorative passports featuring President Donald Trump's image to celebrate America's 250th birthday. This marks the first time a living president will be depicted on a U.S. passport. The limited release will include 25,000 to 30,000 passports available at the Washington, D.C. passport office starting just before July 4.
- ▪The commemorative passport will feature Trump's picture and signature on an interior page.
- ▪The cover will display 'United States of America' and 'Passport' in bold gold print.
- ▪These passports will maintain the same security features as standard U.S. passports.
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Open this photo in gallery:The concept for the special passport had been under consideration for months before finally being approved late Monday.Jenny Kane/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountThe State Department said Tuesday that it is preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America’s 250th birthday that feature a picture of President Donald Trump, who would be the first living president to be featured in the travel document.The concept for the special passport, including a rendering of Trump’s stern-looking visage, had been under consideration for months before finally being approved late Monday.
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