A new passport design is already turning heads — and it hasn’t even launched yet.

According to reports, the U.S. State Department is preparing to release limited-edition passports to mark the country’s 250th anniversary — and they’ll feature Donald Trump in a way no passport ever has before.

What’s Changing?

The commemorative passports, part of the wider America250 initiative, are expected to roll out this summer.

Mock-ups suggest:

  • Trump’s image will appear on the inside cover
  • The Declaration of Independence text will be included
  • His signature will be printed in gold
  • Additional pages will feature iconic historical imagery

The design is meant to celebrate American history — but it’s already generating debate.

Limited Availability

These passports won’t be everywhere.

Officials say they’ll be:

  • Available to U.S. citizens applying for passports
  • Released in limited quantities
  • Initially distributed through the Washington Passport Agency

Part of a Bigger Celebration

The passport is just one piece of a much larger nationwide event.

Planned highlights include:

  • A major festival on the National Mall
  • A “Great American State Fair” with attractions from all 50 states
  • Fireworks at Mount Rushmore
  • High-profile events like a UFC fight and Grand Prix-style race

Why It’s Raising Eyebrows

While officials say the passports maintain full security standards, the inclusion of a sitting president’s image is what’s drawing attention.

For many, it’s:

  • A unique patriotic tribute
  • Or an unusual break from tradition

Either way, it’s quickly becoming one of the most talked-about parts of the America250 rollout.