US Mint Gold Coin
The US Mint begins striking a $1 commemorative gold coin featuring President Trump, drawing scrutiny over the approval process and the precedent of placing a sitting president's image on currency.
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Global News - MARKETUS Mint begins striking $1 gold coins featuring Trump's likeness
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the start of production for the commemorative bullion, drawing scrutiny over the approval process and its symbolic weight.
Global News - MARKETUS Mint begins striking gold $1 coins featuring Trump's likeness
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the commemorative issue, drawing scrutiny over the approval process and the fusion of presidential legacy with currency.
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- STATEMENTTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent
“honour the enduring legacy of liberty and a lasting symbol of patriotism”
in: US Mint begins striking $1 gold coins featuring Trump's likeness - STATEMENTTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent
“honour the enduring legacy of liberty and a lasting symbol of patriotism”
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Euronews Albania - STATEMENTPresident Mnangagwa
“I call upon all Zimbabweans across all fields of specialisations, in both the private and public sectors, to emulate their exemplary service,”
in: Zimbabwe President Calls for Local Solutions to Economic Gaps - STATEMENTPresident Mnangagwa
“We are emboldened by the new crop of young heroes and heroines who are emerging and taking up the mantle to carry forward the ideals of the liberation struggle as we build our beloved motherland, Zimbabwe,”
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