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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Trump Portrait Added to US Passports Sparks Outrage and Controversy
The U.S. State Department is finalizing plans to feature President Donald Trump’s portrait on new passports in a limited run to commemorate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. This move, unprecedented for modern U.S. passports and unusual among international travel documents, comes amid broader efforts to associate Trump’s name and likeness with federal institutions and cultural landmarks. While some experts deem the inclusion of a sitting president’s image “wacky,” the State Department stated the specially designed passports will maintain high security standards.
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