Trump Issues Executive Order to Mint the First-Ever "250 Dollar Bill" to Celebrate American Independence
President Trump today signed an executive order directing the U.S. Treasury to produce a new "250 dollar bill" featuring his portrait, designed to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. The surprise announcement bypasses traditional Federal Reserve procedures, citing executive authority to "protect American heritage." Economists warn this could disrupt global currency markets, while supporters hail it as a historic shift from the $100 bill. Production is set to begin next quarter.