The Trump administration is pursuing several changes to U.S. currency design that would mark departures from traditional practices, according to recent reports.

The administration plans to add President Trump's signature to $100 bills, which would make him the first sitting U.S. president to have his signature appear on currency. This change is expected to be implemented in the near future.

Additionally, the administration has proposed creating a $250 bill featuring Trump's image to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence. However, current federal law prohibits depicting living persons on U.S. banknotes, meaning legislative changes would be required for such a bill to be produced.

Historically, the United States has generally avoided placing images of living leaders on currency. The first president, George Washington, reportedly declined to appear on currency during his lifetime, viewing such displays as reminiscent of European monarchical practices.

The proposed changes come as the administration seeks various ways to mark Trump's presidency and the upcoming anniversary of American independence. The feasibility of implementing these currency modifications will depend on regulatory processes and, in the case of the commemorative bill, potential changes to existing federal law governing currency design.