U.S. Treasury to Add Trump's Signature on New Currency

First time a sitting president's signature will appear on American paper money

Mar. 26, 2026 at 11:35pm

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The U.S. Treasury Department announced plans to include President Donald Trump's signature on all new U.S. paper currency, a first for a sitting president. The move is intended to honor the nation's 250th birthday and will also feature the signature of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

Why it matters

This decision marks a significant departure from the traditional practice of only including the signatures of the Treasury Secretary and Treasurer on U.S. currency. It represents an effort by the Trump administration to further cement the president's legacy and personal brand on American institutions.

The details

The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing will be responsible for producing the new currency featuring Trump's signature, in addition to that of Treasury Secretary Bessent. This move follows other instances of Trump putting his name and likeness on various American cultural and political entities.

  • The Treasury Department announced the plans on March 26, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States.

Scott Bessent

The current U.S. Treasury Secretary.

Brandon Beach

The current U.S. Treasurer.

U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing

The agency responsible for producing all U.S. paper currency.

U.S. Mint

The agency responsible for producing all U.S. coins.

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What they’re saying

“There is no more powerful way to recognize the historic achievements of our great country than with U.S. dollar bills bearing President Trump's name.”

— Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary

“Printing President Trump's signature on the American currency is not only appropriate, but also well deserved.”

— Brandon Beach, U.S. Treasurer

What’s next

The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing will begin producing the new currency featuring Trump's signature in the coming months, with the goal of having it in circulation by July 4, 2026 to coincide with the nation's 250th birthday celebration.

The takeaway

This decision to feature a sitting president's signature on U.S. currency represents a significant break from tradition and reflects the Trump administration's efforts to leave a lasting imprint on American institutions. It remains to be seen how the public will react to this change, which some may view as an inappropriate politicization of the nation's currency.