U.S. to issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday
The U.S. State Department is set to release 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 edition passports will be available at the Washington, D.C. passport office starting shortly before July 4, with a total of 25,000 to 30,000 issued.
- ▪The commemorative passport will feature Trump's picture and signature.
- ▪It will be the default passport for in-person applicants at the Washington office.
- ▪Standard passports can still be obtained by applying online or outside Washington.
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- ▪ US will issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture for America's 250th birthday — Korea Times
- ▪ US will issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture for America’s 250th birthday - AP News — Google News
- ▪ U.S. passports with Trump’s picture will be issued to commemorate America’s 250th birthday — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ The US is issuing special new passports — with Trump's face in them — Business Insider
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National U.S. to issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday April 29, 20261:52 AM ET By The Associated Press A sample of a limited release of a commemorative U.S. passport that celebrates America's 250th birthday and features a picture of President Donald Trump, is photographed Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Jon Elswick/AP hide caption toggle caption Jon Elswick/AP WASHINGTON — The 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.
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