The State Department announced that 250,000 commemorative 'Patriot Passports' featuring Donald Trump will be available at 27 agencies nationwide.
The State Department announced that 250,000 limited-edition 'Patriot Passports' will be available at 27 passport agencies nationwide starting August 8. These commemorative travel documents celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and feature a portrait of Donald Trump leaning over the Resolute Desk. While the passports were previously only available at the Washington D.C. office, the administration announced that they will now be offered at select locations across the country, including New York and Chicago. Applicants must attend in-person events to secure the commemorative version, which features a gold-finish signature and a reversed cover design. The administration announced that these passports will not replace the standard U.S. passport, which remains the default for all applicants. This release is part of a broader effort by the administration to incorporate the likeness of Donald Trump into official government-issued items, similar to recent additions to National Parks passes and a new commemorative coin. Critics have noted that the administration's move to include the president's image on a national travel document is a significant tribute to his presidency.