Trump's Signature to Appear on U.S. Currency for First Time

The former president's mark will be printed on bills starting this summer, sparking political debate.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 4:38pm

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In a historic move, the U.S. Treasury Department has announced that former President Donald Trump's signature will be printed on American currency, starting with the $100 bill this summer. This marks the first time a sitting president's signature will appear on U.S. paper money. The decision has drawn criticism from some lawmakers who view it as an inappropriate vanity project, while supporters argue it recognizes Trump's economic achievements.

Why it matters

The inclusion of a president's signature on currency is highly unusual and seen by some as a politicization of the nation's financial system. Critics argue it sets a dangerous precedent that could lead to future presidents demanding the same treatment, while proponents view it as a fitting tribute to Trump's economic legacy.

The details

According to the Treasury Department, Trump's signature will appear alongside the Secretary of the Treasury on new bills, replacing the Treasurer's signature. Officials have not provided specifics on the bill design, but the change is expected to begin with the $100 denomination this summer before rolling out to other denominations.

  • The Treasury Department announced the change last month.
  • The new bills featuring Trump's signature are expected to enter circulation this summer, starting with the $100 bill.

The players

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States whose signature will be printed on U.S. currency for the first time.

Scott Bessent

The current Treasury Secretary who called the decision 'appropriate' and a 'powerful way to recognize the historic achievements of our great country and President Donald J. Trump.'

Brandon Beach

The current Treasurer of the United States, whose signature will be replaced by Trump's on U.S. currency.

Jimmy Gomez

A Democratic Congressman who has introduced legislation to stop Trump's signature from appearing on U.S. currency, arguing it is an inappropriate 'vanity project.'

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What they’re saying

“'Trump wants to slap his name on buildings, airports, and now the dollar bill, but U.S. currency belongs to the American people, not the President. This is the kind of thing you see from dictators and wannabe strongmen who think the country belongs to them, and I will not just go along with another one of Trump's vanity projects.'”

— Jimmy Gomez, U.S. Representative

“'The President's mark on history as the architect of America's Golden Age economic revival is undeniable. Printing his signature on the American currency is not only appropriate, but also well deserved.'”

— Brandon Beach, Treasurer of the United States

What’s next

Congress is expected to debate the issue, with some lawmakers seeking to block the inclusion of Trump's signature on U.S. currency through legislation.

The takeaway

The decision to feature a sitting president's signature on American currency is highly unusual and has sparked a political debate over the appropriate use of the nation's financial system. While supporters view it as a fitting tribute, critics argue it sets a dangerous precedent and politicizes the currency.