Treasury Prepares to Make Trump the Face of a New $250 Bill
The U.S. Treasury is considering featuring President Trump on a new $250 bill. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has expressed support for this initiative, which would necessitate new legislation. This proposal marks a significant shift in currency design, as it would allow a living person to be depicted on U.S. money.
- ▪Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent supports the idea of a new $250 bill featuring President Trump.
- ▪The proposal requires legislation to allow a living person to appear on U.S. currency.
- ▪This initiative represents a notable change in the design of American money.
7 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 6 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 4 lean left, 1 centre, 1 right.
- ▪ Note for Trump: US Treasury designs US$250 bill with president’s face — South China Morning Post
- ▪ Trump administration prepares for proposed $250 bill with the president’s face on it — NBC News — Top
- ▪ Treasury Department says it's 'prepared' to put Trump's face on a new $250 bill if legislation passes — Business Insider
- ▪ Treasury working on $250 bill adorned with Trump's image — The Washington Times
- ▪ Treasury Department prepares $250 bill with Trump's face on it — NPR — News
- ▪ Treasury Department is weighing a $250 bill with Trump's image — CBS News — Top
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