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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Kelly Rissman

Trump team defend his appearance on proposed $1 coin despite being in violation of 1866 law

President Donald Trump’s administration has defended his proposal to mint a $1 coin boasting his face — despite a federal law that prohibits it.

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the U.S. Treasury unveiled a draft of the $1 coin last week, with both the “heads” and “tails” sides featuring images of Trump.

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