The coin will be part of a commemorative series planned for 2026. Its obverse will feature a portrait of Trump sitting at a desk. The president himself has approved this design. The size of the 24-karat gold coin has not yet been determined, but the maximum diameter could reach 7.6 centimeters. The final decision will be made by the U.S. Mint.
Brandon Beach, the U.S. Treasurer, described the portrait of the sitting president as "the most appropriate and symbolic" for the commemorative coin, highlighting the spirit of democracy and the resilience of the country. However, some critics, including Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley, argue that "placing Trump's face on a commemorative coin is an attempt by his administration to distort the meaning of America's 250th anniversary."
