The Hill newspaper reported that the US Mint released $1 coins featuring a portrait of US President Donald Trump to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States' independence. ^[1] The issuance of these coins contravenes a federal law that establishes no president in office can appear on US currency. ^[2] This release marks the first time a living person has appeared on US currency since 1866, breaking a long-standing tradition. ^[3] The US Mint reported that its commemorative dollar coins featuring Donald Trump sold out within hours of their release on Wednesday. ^[4] The US Mint launched a special-edition $1 coin featuring a portrait of Donald Trump to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. ^[5] This is the first time a living president has appeared on American currency in a century. ^[6] The $1 coin features President Trump's portrait at the center of its obverse, with 'LIBERTY' above, the dates '1776-2026' below, and 'IN GOD WE TRUST' to the right of the portrait. ^[7] Collectors can purchase 25-coin rolls for $61 or 100-coin bags for $154.50. ^[8] The coin's obverse features a portrait of Trump, while the reverse bears the presidential seal. ^[9] The US Mint stated that buyers can purchase the coins in quantities of 25 or 100 starting at noon Eastern Time. ^[10] A roll of 25 $1 coins was sold for $61, representing a 144% markup, while a bag containing 100 coins was priced at $154.50. ^[11] The US Mint stated on Wednesday that the new coins are in circulation, though the Treasury had not initially clarified if they held monetary value. ^[12]