State Department to Release Limited Commemorative Passports Featuring President Trump
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The State Department is preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports to celebrate America's 250th birthday. The passports will feature a picture of President Donald Trump, making him the first living president to appear on the document. They will be available at the Washington, D.C. passport office shortly before July 4.
Facts First
- The State Department is preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports celebrating America's 250th birthday.
- President Donald Trump's picture will be featured, making him the first living president to appear on the travel document.
- Between 25,000 and 30,000 passports will be available at the Washington, D.C. passport office beginning shortly before July 4.
- The commemorative passport will be the default document for individuals applying in person at that office.
- The design features customized artwork and enhanced imagery while maintaining the same security features as standard passports.
What Happened
The State Department announced it is preparing a limited release of commemorative U.S. passports to celebrate America's 250th birthday. The special passport includes a rendering of President Donald Trump's visage, which was approved late Monday. The passports will feature Trump's picture over a gold imprimatur of his signature on an interior page, making him the first living president to be featured in the travel document. State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott stated that the passports will feature customized artwork and enhanced imagery while maintaining the same security features as standard U.S. passports.
Why this Matters to You
If you apply for a passport in person at the Washington, D.C. office shortly before July 4, you will receive the commemorative version as the default document. You can still obtain a standard passport by applying online or at locations outside of Washington, D.C. The commemorative passport may serve as a unique collectible item, given its limited release of between 25,000 and 30,000 units.
What's Next
The commemorative passports will be available to applicants at the Washington, D.C. passport office beginning shortly before July 4. Efforts are underway to put Trump's signature on all new U.S. paper currency, which would be a first for a sitting president. There are also plans to include Trump's image on a gold commemorative coin to celebrate the country's founding.