The Left’s Propaganda Blitz: Demonizing the Trump Coin While Ignoring America’s Rich History of Commemorative Currency – Whatfinger News' Choice Clips
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The Left’s Propaganda Blitz: Demonizing the Trump Coin While Ignoring America’s Rich History of Commemorative Currency

In a move that’s ignited predictable outrage from left-leaning media outlets, the U.S. Treasury has confirmed draft designs for a $1 commemorative coin featuring President Donald Trump, timed to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Treasurer Brandon Beach took to social media to debunk rumors of fakery, sharing images of the coin with Trump’s profile on one side and a raised-fist motif on the reverse, emblazoned with “Liberty,” “In God We Trust,” and “1776–2026.” This semiquincentennial tribute aims to honor America’s enduring spirit, but the Left has seized on it as fodder for their anti-Trump narrative, labeling it an “illegal” vanity project, a “political stunt,” and even a “campaign souvenir” that flouts tradition. Critics like those at The Daily Beast scream about violations of supposed laws against depicting living persons on currency, while Democratic lawmakers rush to introduce bills like the “TRUMP Act” to block it.
Yet, this hysteria conveniently ignores a century-plus of U.S. commemorative coins that have celebrated living figures, historical events, and national icons—proving the Trump coin is neither unprecedented nor unlawful. The Left’s propaganda machine kicked into high gear almost immediately. Outlets like Yahoo News and The Daily Beast breathlessly reported the coin as potentially “illegal,” citing an 1866 law they claim prohibits living persons on U.S. currency. Social media amplified the frenzy, with posts decrying it as a breach of federal code 31 U.S.C. § 5112(n)(2)(E), which actually pertains to presidential dollars and requires a two-year wait after death for deceased commanders-in-chief—but says nothing explicit about commemoratives for living ones.
Progressive commentators painted Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s involvement as corrupt, suggesting the coin is a taxpayer-funded ego boost for Trump amid his administration’s policies. One Democratic representative introduced legislation to halt production, calling it a distraction from “real issues” like economic inequality—ironically, while overlooking how such coins historically fund worthy causes. This selective outrage reeks of partisanship: When Obama-era commemoratives flew under the radar, the silence was deafening. Now, with Trump in the spotlight, it’s portrayed as authoritarian overreach, feeding into the narrative of a “cult of personality” that threatens democracy. But let’s demolish this utter bullshit on the topic… this manufactured scandal with facts. Commemorative coins have been a staple of American numismatics since 1892, when the Columbian Exposition half dollar marked the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s voyage.

Issued by the U.S. Mint, these non-circulating legal tender pieces raise funds for memorials, expositions, and charities, often featuring bold designs that capture the zeitgeist. Far from being rare or controversial, they’ve honored everything from Olympic Games to civil rights milestones, with sales figures in the millions for popular releases like the 2009 Abraham Lincoln silver dollar (nearly 500,000 sold) or the 2008 Bald Eagle coins (over 800,000). The classic era from 1892 to 1954 alone produced gems like the 1918 Illinois Centennial half dollar, the 1916-1917 McKinley Memorial gold dollar, and the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition $50 gold coins—each commemorating pivotal moments in U.S. history. Crucially, the Left’s claim of illegality crumbles under historical scrutiny. Contrary to their assertions, U.S. commemorative coins have repeatedly featured living persons. Take the 1921 Alabama Centennial half dollar, which depicted then-living Governor Thomas E. Kilby alongside a historical figure—the first such coin to honor a contemporary leader.

Or the 1926 Sesquicentennial Exposition quarter eagle, bearing the likenesses of Presidents George Washington (deceased) and Calvin Coolidge (very much alive at the time). Fast-forward to modern times: The 1997 Special Olympics silver dollar immortalized Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of the organization, while she was still living—breaking tradition but raising awareness for a noble cause. These examples debunk the myth of a hard-and-fast rule; while regular circulating coins avoid living portraits as a matter of custom (stemming from anti-monarchical sentiments), commemoratives enjoy flexibility, as authorized by Congress. The Bicentennial coins of 1975-1976 offer another parallel to the proposed Trump coin. To mark the 200th anniversary of independence, the Mint issued specially designed quarters, half dollars, and dollars with dual dates (1776-1976) and patriotic motifs like the Liberty Bell and colonial drummers.
These were no mere novelties; they symbolized national unity during a turbulent era, much like the 250th anniversary coin aims to do amid today’s divisions. Other notables include the 1936 Texas Centennial half dollar series, honoring the Lone Star State’s independence fighters, or the 1946 Booker T. Washington Memorial half dollar, celebrating the educator’s legacy and funding scholarships. Even controversial figures have appeared: The 1925 Stone Mountain half dollar depicted Confederate generals, sparking debate but proceeding as a fundraiser for a memorial. This rich tapestry reveals the hypocrisy in the Left’s attacks. When commemoratives align with progressive causes—like the 2019 Apollo 11 50th Anniversary coins honoring space exploration or the 2022 Negro Leagues Baseball coin celebrating civil rights—they’re lauded as cultural treasures.
But a Trump-themed piece? Suddenly, it’s “illegal” and “un-American.” The real agenda is clear: Weaponize misinformation to delegitimize the administration. Fact-checkers have already debunked similar hoaxes, like the 2023 claims of a “fake” Trump indictment coin, which was a private minting. Here, the Treasury’s involvement is transparent, with final designs pending congressional input—hardly the autocratic scheme portrayed. In truth, the Trump coin could boost national pride, with proceeds potentially funding historical preservation or veteran causes, echoing past successes. Sales of classics like the 1893 Isabella quarter—the first U.S. coin featuring a woman—helped finance expositions and build legacies. By hyping illegality where none exists, the Left not only distorts history but undermines a tradition that unites Americans. As the 250th anniversary approaches, let’s celebrate with facts, not fiction—honoring leaders past and present through the enduring art of coinage. In my mind nothing is better than Trump’s not being killed by the Democrat assassin.
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Oh… and by the way… The Left and their fake media are lying about who receives the coins and claimed it is against the law to issue them to live folks. No BS.  Watch this fast propaganda clip from fake news CNN, and then read below on the many folks still alive who had commemorative coins issues. You can’t hate the fake news any more than this. We all had it with them, as they do nothing but lie.

The facts, which CNN and the rest of the fake news industry hates… 

One of the earliest examples is the 1921 Alabama Centennial half dollar, which commemorated the state’s admission to the Union in 1819. The coin featured a living person: then-Governor Thomas E. Kilby, depicted alongside William Wyatt Bibb, Alabama’s first governor. Kilby was very much alive during the coin’s production and release, serving as governor from 1919 to 1923 and living until 1943.

This marked the first U.S. coin to honor a living individual, breaking from tradition but setting a precedent for commemoratives. Another notable case is the 1926 Sesquicentennial Exposition quarter eagle ($2.50 gold coin), issued to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the International Exposition in Philadelphia. The obverse side featured busts of George Washington (deceased) and then-President Calvin Coolidge, who was alive and in office at the time. Coolidge lived until 1933, well after the coin’s minting.

This coin was part of a series that highlighted national pride and historical milestones.In more modern times, the 1995 Special Olympics World Games silver dollar prominently featured Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the founder of the Special Olympics. Shriver was alive during the coin’s design and release in 1995, passing away in 2009. The obverse, designed by artist Jamie Wyeth, showed her portrait with the inscription “SPECIAL OLYMPICS WORLD GAMES,” while the reverse depicted athletes in competition. This coin was authorized by Congress to raise funds and awareness for the organization, and it remains a landmark as the first U.S. coin to honor a living woman in such a way.

These examples illustrate that while U.S. law and tradition generally restrict living persons on regular circulating coins (e.g., via customs dating back to the 19th century and specific statutes for presidential dollar series requiring a two-year post-death wait), commemorative coins have more flexibility. They are often one-time issues approved by acts of Congress, and the inclusion of living honorees has been justified when tied to significant causes or events. For instance, recent discussions around a proposed 2026 Trump commemorative coin for America’s 250th anniversary have reignited debates, but historical precedents like those above show it’s not unprecedented. – Mal

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