The United States Treasury Department is exploring the possibility of producing a one-dollar coin bearing the likeness of former President Donald Trump to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence, officials revealed on Friday.
US Treasurer Brandon Beach shared preliminary sketches of the coin design on social media, a post that was subsequently retweeted by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
In his message on X, Beach described the images as “initial drafts” and expressed anticipation for unveiling further details once the current government shutdown, which he described as “obstructionist,” concludes.
Early designs suggest the coin will carry a distinctly political tone.
The draft artwork portrays Trump shortly after surviving an assassination attempt during his recent campaign, capturing a moment of resilience.
Above the image of Trump with a raised fist, the phrase “Fight, Fight, Fight” is inscribed, echoing his defiant response following the incident.
When questioned about the coin, a Treasury representative criticized what they termed the “radical left’s forced government shutdown” and emphasized that the nation is approaching its milestone anniversary “stronger, more prosperous, and better than ever.”
They added, “This initial design embodies the enduring spirit of America and its democracy, even amid significant challenges.”
This initiative follows a 2020 congressional act, signed into law by Trump during his first term, which authorized the Treasury to produce one-dollar coins featuring designs commemorating the US semiquincentennial.
The legislation permits minting these coins within a one-year window starting January 2026.
However, existing congressional regulations limit the Treasury’s ability to depict living individuals on coinage, raising questions about potential legal hurdles for these proposed designs.