State Department planning new passport design with Trump's portrait
The State Department is planning a limited-edition passport redesign for the U.S. 250th anniversary, featuring a portrait of President Trump alongside text from the Declaration of Independence, with the new version available at the Washington Passport Agency at no extra cost. The design marks a shift from traditional imagery of landmarks and historical scenes. Other passport offices and online applicants will receive the current design. The move is part of a broader effort during Trump's second administration to feature his likeness on government symbols and programs.
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Politics State Department planning new passport design with Trump's portrait By Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis Olivia Gazis covers intelligence and international security matters for CBS News. Twice Emmy-nominated, she has traveled worldwide with the secretary of state and contributes reporting on intelligence, foreign policy and other security topics across CBS News broadcast, radio, online and streaming platforms. Read Full Bio Olivia Gazis April 28, 2026 / 4:22 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The State Department is planning a limited-edition redesign of the American passport to coincide with the nation's 250th anniversary in July, with new artwork that features a portrait of President Trump, according to a department official.The redesign places the president's portrait and…
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