Congress stalls on Trump’s proposed $250 bill featuring his face

In the United States, a proposal for a $250 bill featuring Donald Trump's portrait is under consideration as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations. However, federal law prohibits living individuals from appearing on currency, necessitating congressional approval to amend this restriction. The legislation, introduced by Representative Joe Wilson in February 2025, has yet to progress in Congress, leaving the future of the proposed bill uncertain.

Updated Jun 1, 2026 First reported May 28, 2026

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