A possible $250 banknote design featuring Donald Trump has been confirmed as created by British artist Iain Alexander. The design includes the president’s mugshot and is intended to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of the US president. US Treasury officials are pushing for the note’s creation, but federal law requires that only deceased people appear on currency. Alexander says Trump liked a proposed theme of women’s liberation for the back of the note. The back design is described as featuring Betsy Ross, an American upholsterer who made flags during the American Revolution. Alexander also claims he has designed art for several prominent public figures.
"A former British DJ and professional swimmer is leading the way in the design of a possible $250 banknote featuring Donald Trump. Artist Iain Alexander has confirmed he is the man behind the controversial bill, which includes the president's mugshot, according to a photo of the design obtained by The Washington Post. Despite a fairly minor internet presence and small following on social media, the Briton says he has designed art for the president, Queen Elizabeth II, Elon Musk, and Tyson Fury."
"Trump officials at the Treasury Department are pushing for the creation of the banknote to mark the 250th anniversary of the birth of the US. However, federal law states that only deceased people can appear on currency. Mr Alexander said he had proposed a theme of women's liberation for the back of the note, which features American upholsterer Betsy Ross, who made flags during the American Revolution."
"[Donald Trump] absolutely loved it, he told the newspaper. Aside from designing the bill, Mr Alexander is also"
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