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What happened

The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts approved a $1 gold coin featuring President Trump's likeness to commemorate America's 250th anniversary. The coin design shows Trump with his fists positioned on what appears to be a desk, with "Liberty" written above. Legal experts note this appears to violate federal law prohibiting living presidents from appearing on currency.

Why people care

Federal law typically prohibits putting living presidents on U.S. currency, making this approval legally questionable. The Commission of Fine Arts members are Trump supporters, raising concerns about the politicization of traditionally non-partisan government processes.

The takes

Legal experts say

The coin violates established federal law that prohibits living presidents from appearing on U.S. currency. This represents an unprecedented politicization of the U.S. Mint and breaks with longstanding traditions designed to keep currency non-partisan.

Supporters say

The commemorative coin appropriately honors the sitting president during America's 250th anniversary celebration. The Commission of Fine Arts followed proper procedures in approving the design, and commemorative coins serve as legitimate historical markers.

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