The U.S. State Department is finalizing plans to include former President Donald Trump’s face on a limited-edition run of new U.S. passports, according to The Bulwark, which cites two sources familiar with the passport redesign—one of whom provided images of the proposed design.
The new passports will feature Trump’s second inaugural portrait superimposed over the Declaration of Independence, along with his signature in gold lettering. This marks the first time a standalone image of a U.S. president—living or deceased—will appear on a U.S. passport.
Currently, U.S. passports include an image of Mount Rushmore, which depicts the faces of four former presidents. No foreign passports have ever included images of heads of state, and U.S. passports have historically featured the signature of the secretary of state rather than the president.
Limited Run of 25,000 Passports
According to The Bulwark, the Trump-themed passports will be produced in a limited run of 25,000 units and are still awaiting final approval. The initiative is reportedly tied to the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence.
Trump’s Signature Style in Government
This move aligns with Trump’s pattern of prominently featuring his name and likeness in federal projects during his second term. Recent examples include:
- Renaming the U.S. Institute of Peace to include his name
- Adding his name to the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
- Displaying banners with his face on federal buildings
- Launching TrumpRx.gov, a website for prescription medications
Additional Plans for Trump’s Likeness on Currency
Separately, the U.S. Treasury Department is exploring the production of two coins featuring Trump’s face:
- A $1 coin for general circulation
- A commemorative coin designed to be “as large as possible”
The potential inclusion of Trump’s image on passports and currency has drawn criticism, with opponents arguing it reflects an attempt to embed his legacy in everyday American life.
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