A passport redesign puts Trump at the center of anniversary plans

The United States is preparing to issue a limited number of specially designed passports featuring an image of President Donald Trump, as part of celebrations marking the country’s 250th anniversary.

According to a State Department official, the updated passports will include customized artwork and enhanced imagery while maintaining the same security features as existing documents.

The design will be rolled out this summer and will be available in limited quantities. It is expected to serve as the default passport at the Washington Passport Agency for in-person renewals, while other application methods, including online renewals and different locations, will continue to use the current design.

Renderings of the new passport show Trump’s portrait and signature on the inside cover, alongside imagery connected to US history. The back cover is expected to feature artwork depicting the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The passport initiative is part of a broader series of commemorative items tied to the anniversary, including coins, park passes, and other official materials bearing Trump’s likeness or name.

It remains unclear how many of the passports will be issued or whether applicants will be able to opt out of receiving the commemorative version.