To commemorate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026, a proposal has been made for a new $1 coin featuring former President Donald Trump—but Democrats are working to stop it.

July 4, 2026 marks 250 years since the United States declared independence, and major national celebrations are planned. As part of the commemoration, the U.S. Treasury revealed plans last year for a special coin honoring Trump.

The original concept showed Trump’s profile on one side, while the reverse sparked controversy: it depicted him raising his fist in front of an American flag, alongside the words “Fight, Fight, Fight.” The image referenced a widely circulated photo from a July 2024 campaign rally in Pennsylvania, where Trump survived an assassination attempt.