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Trump’s Name to Appear on U.S. Currency in Historic Presidential First

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:07 AM

The U.S. Treasury Department plans to include President Trump's signature on upcoming paper money, marking the first time a sitting president's signature will appear on American currency. This unprecedented move was discussed by Vanity Fair's Washington correspondent Aidan McLaughlin during an NPR interview.

In an unprecedented development, the United States Treasury Department will include President Trump’s signature on upcoming paper currency, making him the first sitting president to have his name appear on American bills.

During a recent NPR interview, host Steve Inskeep discussed this historic Treasury decision with Aidan McLaughlin, who covers Washington politics for Vanity Fair magazine.

The Treasury’s announcement represents a significant departure from traditional currency design practices, as no current president has previously had their signature featured on U.S. paper money while serving in office.

McLaughlin provided insights into the implications and details surrounding this unusual Treasury initiative during the radio segment.

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