Editorial cartoon on proposed $250 bill
The Washington Post published an Edith Pritchett cartoon responding to Trump administration officials' suggestion of a $250 bill.
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AFBytes briefing
Proposals to redesign U.S. currency touch on questions of monetary symbolism and public spending priorities at the Treasury.
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What to watch next
- Watch for any formal Treasury or congressional action on new note denominations in upcoming budget or appropriations bills.
- Watch for any formal legislative proposal or Bureau of Engraving and Printing statements on denomination changes.
- Monitor Treasury announcements on design timelines and congressional appropriations for currency production.
- Monitor Treasury appropriations bills or currency redesign hearings for further movement.
- Monitor upcoming congressional committee hearings on Treasury appropriations for any bill language.
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