New U.S. passports with Trump's image are available. Here's how to get (or avoid) one
The U.S. State Department has introduced commemorative passports for the nation's 250th anniversary featuring an image of Donald Trump. Applicants in Washington D.C. can receive these by default, though some travelers have expressed discomfort with the design.
Why it matters
The inclusion of a political figure on a government document has sparked debate regarding the politicization of national symbols.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The State Department began issuing commemorative passports for America's 250th anniversary on Monday. The passports feature an image of President Trump and are only available in person at the Washington Passport Agency — and only with an appointment.
The article presents both the perspective of supporters who view it as a commemorative item and critics who find it distressing.
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