Trump’s new US ‘patriot passport’ draws a mixed reaction

WorldPolitics
28 Jun 2026 • 6:37 AM MYT
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Trump’s new US ‘patriot passport’ draws a mixed reaction

  • A new limited-edition US ‘Patriot Passport’ design featuring Donald Trump has been unveiled, sparking controversy.
  • Trump shared a "sneak peek" on Truth Social, captioning it with "Welcome, but be good!", though these words do not appear on the passport itself.
  • Critics have highlighted the "creepy dictatorial vibe" and confusion over the "welcome" message, as passports are for US citizens, not foreign visitors.
  • This marks the first time a living president has appeared on a US passport, with commentators also criticising the "be good" warning.
  • Only 40,000 of these commemorative passports will be produced, available exclusively in person at the Washington Passport Agency from 6th July.

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