Commemorative Passports

GOP Rep Compares Trump Passports to Communist Propaganda

GOP Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska has expressed his disapproval of the State Department’s decision to feature President Donald Trump’s likeness and signature on a limited run of U.S. passports commemorating America’s 250th birthday. Bacon likened the move to the propaganda tactics seen in Soviet-era Russia and communist China, stating that “We’re America and I think we do less of that.” He characterized the design as an “overreach” by Trump’s subordinates seeking to gain his attention, emphasizing that such displays are not characteristic of American tradition. This special edition passport, with 250,000 copies, will be available only through in-person renewals at the Washington D.C. passport agency.

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Trump Passport Commemoration Sparks Outrage

This summer, the US will begin issuing a limited number of specially designed passports to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence. These passports, available initially at the Washington Passport Agency, will feature an image of President Donald Trump and his signature in gold on the inside cover. The back cover will display John Trumbull’s painting of “The Declaration of Independence.” This initiative follows previous commemorative items, including national park passes and coins, that have incorporated President Trump’s likeness in celebration of the nation’s milestone.

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