President Donald Trump has shared an image of a redesigned $100 bill that prominently features his signature, marking a historic first for a sitting president on U.S. paper currency. The image was posted on his Truth Social account on Friday, July 3, 2026.
The Treasury Department announced earlier this year that it would include Trump’s signature on the $100 bill to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed in March that the plan was in motion. The new design places Trump’s signature above that of Bessent, replacing the traditional layout that only displayed the signatures of the Treasury secretary and the U.S. treasurer.
U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach praised the change, stating, “The President’s mark on history as the architect of America’s Golden Age economic revival is undeniable. Printing his signature on the American currency is not only appropriate, but also well deserved.”
Trump has made a concerted effort to leave his mark on various official documents and landmarks. His administration has already placed his image or name on commemorative U.S. passports, national parks passes, banners outside federal agencies in Washington, D.C., cultural institutions like the U.S. Institute of Peace, and special investment accounts for babies. Additionally, Florida renamed Palm Beach International Airport after him.
Some members of Congress have proposed going further by putting Trump’s portrait on a new $250 anniversary bill. However, such a move faces significant hurdles, as it would require support from Democratic senators. Current U.S. law permits only portraits of deceased individuals on currency, but the proposed House bill seeks to create an exception for current or former presidents.
Earlier this year, staff at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing prepared prototypes for the $250 bill featuring Trump’s portrait and signature. In a May press briefing, Bessent told CNN’s Kaitlan Collins that he saw nothing inappropriate about putting Trump’s portrait on currency, noting that preparations are made for any legislation that passes.
