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New 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 portrait on the $20 bill will be changed to feature Harriet Tubman or remain as Andrew Jackson.
Key Facts
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the Treasury Department is no longer pursuing the redesign of the $20 bill.
- Democratic senators are formally requesting that the administration revive plans 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.”