Tubman Twenty Bill Shelved by Treasury | Butte News

The U.S. Treasury has officially scrapped plans to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill, with new Secretary Scott Bessent confirming the move after years of delays and political pushback. Originally intended to replace Andrew Jackson — a slaveholder — Tubman’s placement was meant to be a historic milestone as the first Black woman on U.S. currency. But the effort stalled under previous leadership, with then-Secretary Steven Mnuchin citing security concerns and even questioning Tubman’s “prominence,” sparking backlash. Now, with Tubman’s $20 bill off the table, the Treasury is pivoting to upgrade the $100 bill’s security features — and Tubman’s spot may never be filled, at least not by her. The decision reignites debates over who represents America’s legacy on its money — and whether the nation is ready to reckon with its past. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1cfdb48f5584ffc1