The U.S. Treasury Department has unveiled a proposal to mint a commemorative $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump on both sides, in celebration of America's 250th anniversary next year.
This initiative, which has already sparked considerable interest, aims to honor the nation's semiquincentennial with a design that reflects both historical significance and contemporary leadership.
According to Gateway Pundit, early sketches of the coin reveal two distinct images of President Trump. One side portrays him in profile, accompanied by the motto "IN GOD WE TRUST" and the years 1776 and 2026, symbolizing the nation's enduring values and its journey from independence to the present day.
The reverse side captures a moment of resilience, depicting Trump with a clenched fist, reminiscent of his iconic gesture following a 2024 campaign rally incident in Butler, Pennsylvania. The phrase "FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT," which Trump mouthed to supporters during the tumultuous aftermath, encircles this design, underscoring a message of perseverance.
U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach confirmed the authenticity of these drafts on the X platform, stating, "No fake news here. These first drafts honoring Americas 250th Birthday and @POTUS are real." He expressed anticipation for further developments, contingent upon the resolution of the current government shutdown.
A Treasury spokesperson echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the nation's strength and prosperity under Trump's leadership, despite challenges posed by what they described as the "radical left's forced shutdown."
The commemorative coin initiative is rooted in bipartisan legislation passed in 2020, which President Trump signed during the final weeks of his presidency. This legislation grants the Treasury Secretary the authority to mint one-dollar coins in 2026, with designs that must be "emblematic of the United States semiquincentennial."
While the final design has yet to be selected, the initial draft is seen as a reflection of the enduring spirit of American democracy, even amidst significant challenges.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt was unable to confirm President Trump's awareness of the proposal but expressed confidence in his likely approval, stating, "Im not sure if hes seen it, but Im sure hell love it."
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