President Donald Trump‘s signature is set to appear on U.S. banknotes. The Treasury Department announced that his signature will appear alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent‘s. The first $100 bills with the new signatures are expected to be printed in June, with other denominations to follow.
According to The New York Times, it’s going to be a “first for a sitting U.S. president”. Secretary Bessent stated there isn’t a more impactful way to acknowledge the “historic achievements of our great country and President Donald J Trump” than by putting his name on US dollar bills. U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach also said the country’s currency will “continue to stand as a symbol of prosperity, strength, and the unshakable spirit of the American people.”
Traditionally, U.S. banknotes have only carried the signatures of treasury officials, a practice that has been in place since 1861. The notes currently being printed still feature the signatures of former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and former Treasurer Lynn Malerba.
Putting Trump’s name on the dollar fits a broader pattern of branding government programs and public spaces after the president
This is not the first time Trump’s name has been linked to government programs. During his first term, his name appeared on paper support checks sent to millions of Americans during the Covid-19 pandemic.
More recently, a federal arts commission approved a commemorative 24-karat gold coin bearing his image, also in celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Trump has also made headlines for taking firm stances on key foreign policy decisions, showing how his administration continues to assert its presence on multiple fronts.
The Treasury Department says the move is meant to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. However, not everyone agrees with this decision. California’s Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, a known critic of Trump, quickly responded to the news.
He posted on X, saying, “Now Americans will know exactly who to blame as they’re paying more for groceries, gas, rent, and health care.” His comment ties Trump’s name directly to the current economic climate.
The new currency breaks a tradition that has stood for 165 years. While the administration frames it as a way to celebrate a national milestone and honor the president’s record, critics see it differently.
Some have also raised broader concerns about Trump’s fitness and public conduct at official events, adding to the ongoing scrutiny surrounding his presidency. Once the new bills start circulating, the public reaction will likely reflect the divided opinions that already exist around this decision.
Published: Mar 27, 2026 05:20 am