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Democratic Senators Push to Put Harriet Tubman on the $20 Bill
Democratic senators are calling on the Treasury Department to restart the process of replacing Andrew Jackson with Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. This follows a statement from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that the department has stopped working on the redesign.
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The decision determines whether the image of abolitionist Harriet Tubman will appear on U.S. currency, reversing or maintaining the current design of the $20 bill.
Key Facts
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the Treasury Department is no longer pursuing the redesign of the $20 bill.
- Democratic senators are formally urging the Trump administration to revive the plan to feature Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill.
Who's Mentioned
personJeanne Shaheen“Democratic Senator from New Hampshire leading the letter to the Treasury.”personHarriet Tubman“Abolitionist proposed to be featured on the $20 bill.”personDonald Trump“President whose image has been proposed for a potential $250 bill.”personAndrew Jackson“Current figure featured on the $20 bill.”organizationDemocratic senators“Group urging the administration to revive the redesign plans.”personChris Van Hollen“Democratic Senator from Maryland leading the letter to the Treasury.”personScott Bessent“Treasury Secretary who stated the redesign is not currently being pursued.”organizationTrump administration“The current executive administration overseeing the Treasury Department.”