The U.S. Treasury Department announced plans to put President Donald Trump’s signature on all new U.S. paper currency starting this summer as part of a redesign to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. This marks the first time a sitting president’s signature will appear on American money, replacing the Treasurer of the United States' signature for the first time since 1861.
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The U.S. Treasury Department will place President Donald Trump’s signature on all new paper currency starting this summer, marking the first time a sitting president’s signature appears on American money. This change replaces the Treasurer's signature for the first time since 1861 and is part of the nation's 250th-anniversary celebration.
- President Trump's signature will appear on new $100 bills starting in June, alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s signature.
- The move breaks a tradition dating back to 1861 when the U.S. Treasurer began signing banknotes.
- A federal arts commission approved a commemorative gold coin featuring Trump's image for the nation's 250th birthday on July 4.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized the decision, linking it to rising costs of groceries, gas, rent, and healthcare.
- The Treasury Department emphasized that this step is unprecedented and significant in recognizing historic achievements.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that there is no more powerful way to recognize the historic achievements of our great country and President Donald J Trump than U.S. dollar bills bearing his name. The first $100 bills featuring both Trump’s and Bessent's signatures will be printed in June.
Treasury officials emphasized the significance of this unprecedented step, with Treasurer Brandon Beach stating that printing Trump's signature on American currency 'is not only appropriate but also well deserved.' Additionally, a federal arts commission approved the final design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin bearing Trump’s image to celebrate America’s 250th birthday on July 4.
Under Trump, U.S. GDP grew by 2.2 percent in 2025. However, California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked the Treasury's announcement, stating 'Now Americans will know exactly who to blame as they’re paying more for groceries, gas, rent, and health care.' The decision has sparked a range of reactions from critics and supporters alike.
According to Reuters, this move places Trump among a small band of sitting global leaders whose autographs or images have graced their currencies. Banknotes around the world often show the signature of a central bank leader, finance minister, or other official associated with the printing and issuing of money. The Treasury Department's plan will include Trump's signature on banknotes starting this summer as part of the 250th U.S. anniversary celebration.
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