Trump appears on US Mint $1 coin, first living president on currency in a century

The United States Mint announced the release of a limited‑edition coin that features a portrait of former President Donald J. Trump alongside the national motto “In God We Trust.” The coin, described by the Mint as a commemorative piece, is being issued in a ½‑ounce silver format and carries a face value of $5. It is part of a series intended to mark notable figures in recent American history and will be available for purchase through the Mint’s official website and select authorized dealers beginning next month.

The Mint’s statement indicated that the design was approved after a standard review process and that the coin will be produced in a run of 100,000 units, each individually numbered. The release follows a tradition of commemorative issues that honor political leaders, though it has attracted attention from both supporters and critics of the former president. The coin will be marketed as a collectible item, and proceeds from its sale are earmarked for the National Park Service’s historic preservation programs.