Money talks. And right now, it’s whispering something that sounds a lot like Donald Trump’s face on the $100 bill. Yes, seriously. This isn’t some half-baked internet rumor floating around in the depths of conspiracy Twitter. It’s an actual proposal, inked onto paper, carried into Congress like a Trojan horse of controversy.

And the mastermind behind it? Representative Brandon Gill, a freshman Republican lawmaker from Texas. His plan? To immortalize Trump on the most widely circulated high-value bill in America.

Some call it historical recognition, others call it political absurdity. But here’s the real question:

Is this actually happening? And if it does, what does it mean for American currency, political power, and, well, Benjamin Franklin’s entire legacy?

The $100 Bill: From Franklin to Trump?

Let’s talk about history. The 100-dollar bill has belonged to Benjamin Franklin since 1914, back when the first Federal Reserve notes were printed. Why Franklin? Simple—he was a polymath, a founding father, and a man whose scientific discoveries and political maneuvering quite literally helped shape the nation. He wasn’t a president, but he was one of the most important figures in early American history.

Fast forward to 2025, and now, a bill has been introduced to remove Franklin and replace him with Donald J. Trump.

According to Gill, Trump has “done more than any modern leader to bring America into the golden age” and therefore deserves the honor. And let’s be honest—if there’s anything Trump loves, it’s gold, wealth, and his name on things.

A Legal Nightmare: The Problem of Living Faces on Money

Before you start checking your wallet for early-release Trump $100 bills, let’s get one thing straight: It’s illegal to put a living person on U.S. currency.

Federal law explicitly prohibits living individuals from appearing on money, and for a good reason. Historically, countries that slap the faces of living rulers onto their cash tend to lean a little… authoritarian. Dictator vibes. Not a good look for a democracy.

So, unless Congress decides to overturn a century-old law, the Golden Age Act isn’t going anywhere fast.

But Wait, There’s More—The $250 Trump Bill Proposal

If replacing Franklin wasn’t already an uphill battle, another Republican, Rep. Joe Wilson, recently proposed an entirely new bill—the $250 note—with Trump’s face on it.

You read that correctly.

A $250 bill.

An entirely new denomination of U.S. currency, just so that Trump’s face could bypass the Franklin debate altogether. Now, let’s be real—this is never happening. It’s one thing to propose swapping a face, it’s another thing entirely to just invent a brand-new bill out of nowhere.

The $250 note proposal is more of a political stunt than an actual policy effort, but it does reveal just how determined some lawmakers are to enshrine Trump into America’s financial system.

Why the 100-Dollar Bill? Symbolism or Power Move?

Of all the bills, why the $100?

Well, let’s state the obvious:

• The $100 bill is a power symbol. It’s the note that signals wealth, transactions, and serious business. You don’t see people tossing $1s at political fundraisers—you see stacks of $100s.

• It’s already nicknamed "Benjamins." Changing it to "Trumps" would mark a symbolic shift, a rewriting of financial history that aligns with a populist movement.

• Trump’s brand is money. It’s wealth, gold, and opulence. The Donald Trump gold 100-dollar bill already exists in unofficial collector form, sold as a novelty item. His supporters are already conditioned to see Trump and gold together.

So yeah, it’s the perfect bill for a politician who built his empire on the image of affluence.

Would the American Public Support a Trump $100 Bill?

Now, let’s not pretend like this would be a smooth bipartisan affair.

A Trump $100 bill would likely trigger one of the most intense cultural wars in recent history. Some Americans would frame it as the ultimate tribute to a leader they see as revolutionary. Others would view it as political narcissism of the highest order.

Let’s take a peek at how social media is reacting:

• "Can you believe they want to waste time and money on putting Trump on the 100$ bill?" – User on X

• "This is exactly the kind of recognition President Trump deserves. Let’s make history." – Kellyanne Conway

Public sentiment would be extremely divided, much like Trump himself—adored by his base, reviled by his critics.

If Not the $100 Bill, Where Else Could Trump’s Face End Up?

Assuming the living-person rule gets repealed at some point, there are other currency options that might make more sense:

• The $50 bill (Currently Ulysses S. Grant) – Less controversial than Franklin but still prestigious.

• The $20 bill (Currently Andrew Jackson) – Jackson is already controversial, so this could be a realistic swap.

• A commemorative coin – The most likely and least controversial outcome. U.S. history is filled with presidential coins, and this is the safest bet.

What Happens Next?

As of now, Gill’s bill is unlikely to make it past the House, let alone the Senate or the President’s desk. But the political significance of the proposal is what really matters. It’s a test. A signal. A way to cement Trump’s historical presence and create a battle over legacy that could stretch on for years.

Could Trump one day end up on U.S. currency? Sure, but not until he’s long gone. Until then, his face will remain where it is most commonly found—on gold-plated commemorative bills, in MAGA merchandise stores, and in the center of endless debates over his place in American history.

For now, the 100-dollar bill remains all about the Benjamins.

But in a few decades? Who knows.