Treasury Department is weighing a $250 bill with Trump's image
Summary
The U.S. Treasury Department is thinking about creating a $250 bill with President Donald Trump's picture, but current law does not allow living people on U.S. money. A law change would be required, and a bill proposed by Rep. Joe Wilson aims to make this happen, though it has not progressed in Congress.Key Facts
- U.S. law says only dead people can appear on currency.
- Rep. Joe Wilson proposed a bill in 2025 to allow President Trump’s portrait on a $250 bill.
- The Treasury Department is preparing in case the law changes but says they will follow the current rules.
- New currency designs usually take years and are only shown shortly before release to prevent counterfeiting.
- The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is involved in planning but no official design is confirmed.
- The $250 bill would celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
- President Trump’s image has also been planned for a $1 coin and his signature will appear on future money.
- The Wilson bill has been stalled in the House Committee on Financial Services since it was introduced.
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