A federal commission appointed by former President Donald Trump has approved the final design for a 24-karat gold commemorative coin featuring Trump’s image to mark the United States' 250th anniversary in 2026. Despite federal laws prohibiting living presidents on currency, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent authorized the coin’s production, which will be limited in quantity and potentially larger than standard gold coins. This gold coin project is separate from a planned $1 circulated coin featuring Trump, and its approval bypassed some traditional advisory channels amid broader efforts by Trump to link his legacy with national celebrations.