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Trump Gold Coin Proposal Sparks Controversy Amid Anniversary

3/19/2026

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The U.S. government is considering a commemorative gold coin featuring U.S. President Donald Trump.
The coin would honor the 250th anniversary.
The proposed design shows Trump at his desk.
The Commission of Fine Arts reviews it, with Treasury defending the proposal.
Critics including Senators Jeff Merkley and Catherine Cortez Masto oppose it.

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Story summary

The U.S. government is considering a commemorative gold coin featuring U.S. President Donald Trump.
The coin would honor the 250th anniversary.
The proposed design shows Trump at his desk.
The Commission of Fine Arts reviews it, with Treasury defending the proposal.
Critics including Senators Jeff Merkley and Catherine Cortez Masto oppose it.