US Treasury to Print Trump's Signature on Dollar Banknotes for 250th Anniversary

The US Treasury Department has announced that President Donald Trump's signature will be printed on dollar banknotes starting late this year, alongside that of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

The decision marks the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding and is unprecedented, as no sitting president has previously had their signature on the currency, according to the New York Times. For the first time, the US treasurer's name will be removed from the notes.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated, "There is no better way to honor our nation's historic achievements than putting President Donald Trump's name on dollar banknotes, and issuing them for the 250th anniversary is completely appropriate."

The move is part of broader efforts by Trump to cement his political legacy. These include proposals for coins bearing his image and renaming landmarks such as Dulles Airport and the Kennedy Center.

Trump's signature previously appeared on COVID-19 aid checks during his first presidency. Signatures have been printed on US currency since 1861, with the treasury secretary and treasurer's signatures appearing jointly since 1914. The Biden administration had delayed updates due to the lack of a confirmed treasurer.