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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mike Bedigan

Trump’s signature to appear on US currency

  • The U.S. Treasury Department announced that Donald Trump’s signature will be added to all newly printed U.S. paper currency.
  • This marks a historic first for a sitting president, as U.S. paper currency traditionally features only the signatures of the Treasury Secretary and Treasurer.
  • Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent stated the move recognizes the nation's achievements and Trump's leadership, coinciding with the Semiquincentennial.
  • Treasurer Brandon Beach also endorsed the decision, calling the printing of Trump's signature on American currency "appropriate" and "well deserved."
  • This initiative follows the approval of a 24-karat gold commemorative coin featuring Trump's portrait, despite federal law prohibiting living presidents on U.S. currency, with the Treasury secretary having authority for certain coin issuances.

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