Republican US Congressman Brandon Gill has proposed a bill that would feature Donald Trump's face on the US$100 note, replacing Benjamin Franklin.
The bill, called the Golden Age Act, aims to honor Trump's contributions during his tenure as president, including his efforts to strengthen borders, improve trade relations, and make the US energy independent.
Gill said Trump deserves this honor because of his dedication to the country, even after enduring an assassination attempt while campaigning. If approved, the US Treasury Department will be asked to design the initial design of the banknote by the end of 2026, with the target of starting circulation in 2029.
The move has drawn both pros and cons in political circles. While his supporters see this as a symbolic tribute to Trump's achievements, criticism has arisen regarding the difficulty of obtaining legislative approval.
However, current law prohibits images of living people from being printed on U.S. currency, so a change in the law is needed to make this proposal a reality.
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