Trump's image on US passports sparks backlash as critics decry 'vanity project'
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 16:58 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
US President Donald Trump's decision to include his image on US passports has sparked criticism, with some calling it a 'vanity project'. Middle East Eye reports this move is widely unpopular.
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