A US Senator is pushing to accelerate the replacement of Andrew Jackson's image on the $20 bill with that of Harriet Tubman, a move initially proposed in 2016. The plan, which began during the Obama administration, aims to honor Tubman's contributions to American history as an abolitionist and freedom fighter.
The effort was stalled during Donald Trump's presidency, with Trump expressing admiration for Andrew Jackson and suggesting an alternative, such as putting Tubman on the $2 bill instead.
However, the Biden administration has revived the initiative, with White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki emphasizing the importance of reflecting America's diverse history on its currency.
The redesign process is expected to take several years, but the Senator's push aims to expedite the process, ensuring Tubman's image appears on the $20 bill sooner rather than later.