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Scott Bessent: So, right now, there is proposed legislation in front of the House, in front of the Senate, to change the first…

On the recordMay 29, 2026
So, right now, there is proposed legislation in front of the House, in front of the Senate, to change the first requirement, so that a living person – Donald J Trump – could be on the $250 bill.
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Scott Bessent

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On proposed legislation for a $250 bill featuring Trump.

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