US Treasury issues US$1 coin featuring Trump’s face
By The BriefBrief
The US Treasury has issued a US$1 coin bearing Donald Trump’s face. The move conflicts with federal law that prohibits living presidents from appearing on US currency.
WHO:US Treasury
WHAT:Issued a US$1 coin featuring Donald Trump’s face, despite federal law barring living presidents from appearing on US currency.
WHEN:Reported Sep 2, 2026 at 6:15 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The coin’s design conflicts with federal law that says no living president may appear on US currency.
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