By Israel Ebube
United States President Donald Trump has unveiled a new limited edition United States passport featuring his portrait as part of activities to mark the country’s 250th anniversary of independence.
President Trump announced the commemorative passport on Friday through a post on his Truth Social platform, describing it as the country’s new passport with the words, “Welcome, but be good!”
The design released by the President shows a portrait of Trump with his signature on one page, while the text of the Declaration of Independence appears in the background.
The opposite page features a historic painting of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, alongside the inscription, “United States of America 250.”
The White House also shared the same design on its official social media pages, describing it as the “Patriot Passport.”
Earlier, the United States Department of State had announced plans to release a commemorative passport with custom artwork to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary, with availability expected to begin on July 6.
According to a State Department official, the Trump themed passports will only be issued during in person appointments in Washington and will be available only while supplies last.
The department has not yet issued an official statement confirming the final design unveiled by President Trump.
The commemorative passport is one of several initiatives introduced by the Trump administration to celebrate America’s 250 years of independence.
Since returning to office, President Trump has also introduced several changes aimed at leaving a lasting mark on federal institutions, including displaying presidential banners outside some government buildings. The Treasury Department has also announced plans for Trump’s signature to appear on the one dollar bill.
Trump had also ordered his name to be added to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts before a court later ruled that it should be removed.
If issued as announced, Trump will become the first sitting United States President to have his image featured in an official American travel document.
