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Treasury Drops Harriet Tubman $20 Redesign, No Explanation

7/8/2026

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The U.S. Treasury, with Secretary Scott Bessent, announced it ended move to put Harriet Tubman on $20 bill, offering no explanation.
Jack Lew proposed the redesign in 2016, which the Trump administration delayed to 2026.
Officials noted Senator Jeanne Shaheen’s disappointment and intent to seek legislation to honor Tubman, and said a $250 bill with President Donald Trump could proceed if Congress approves, because a person cannot appear on money.

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The U.S. Treasury, with Secretary Scott Bessent, announced it ended move to put Harriet Tubman on $20 bill, offering no explanation.
Jack Lew proposed the redesign in 2016, which the Trump administration delayed to 2026.
Officials noted Senator Jeanne Shaheen’s disappointment and intent to seek legislation to honor Tubman, and said a $250 bill with President Donald Trump could proceed if Congress approves, because a person cannot appear on money.