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Trump Coin Proposals Spark “No Kings” Protests, Treasury Reassignment

7/21/2026

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In January 2026 the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts recommended a circulating $1 coin and a 24-karat gold commemorative coin featuring President Donald Trump’s likeness.
Treasury Department reassigned director Patricia Solimene in April after she declined to advance the $250 Trump-face bill displayed by Secretary Scott Bessent.
A nationwide “No Kings” protest movement has mobilized millions of Americans opposing what they view as President Donald Trump’s monarchical ambitions.

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In January 2026 the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts recommended a circulating $1 coin and a 24-karat gold commemorative coin featuring President Donald Trump’s likeness.
Treasury Department reassigned director Patricia Solimene in April after she declined to advance the $250 Trump-face bill displayed by Secretary Scott Bessent.
A nationwide “No Kings” protest movement has mobilized millions of Americans opposing what they view as President Donald Trump’s monarchical ambitions.