"Donald J. Trump: The First Presidential Mug Shot"
A First Moment In American Presidential History
Epilogue Coin #5
Limited 250
* Apolitical * Unbiased
Epilogue Coin #5:
45th President Donald J. Trump
The First Presidential Booking & Mug Shot in U.S. History
"Apolitical"
Recording Presidential History Through Narrative Coin
Historical Context of the First Presidential Booking and Mug Shot in United States History
45th President Donald J. Trump
Inmate PO1135809
by Anthony Giannini, MA, MS, EdM, PhD(c)
WHGS Historian and OS Intelligence Analyst
On August 24, 2023, former President Donald J. Trump was booked as inmate P01135809 by the Fulton County Sheriff's Office in Georgia. This marked a significant moment in American history as Trump became the first former U.S. president to have a mug shot taken. He was charged with 13 counts related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, an unprecedented event in the annals of presidential history. The booking process included fingerprinting and photographing, and Trump was released on a $200,000 bond.
Context and Repercussions
This booking is part of a broader series of legal challenges faced by Trump. Since March 2023, he has been indicted four times, facing charges in both state and federal courts. These cases include accusations of election interference and other related charges. Trump's legal battles have been described by him as politically motivated attempts to interfere with his future political ambitions.
Supreme Court Decision and Its Ramifications
Adding to the complexity of this situation, a recent Supreme Court decision in July 2023 has significantly impacted presidential powers. The ruling clarified the limits of executive authority, emphasizing the separation of powers and reinforcing the checks and balances system. This decision has ramifications for ongoing and future cases involving former presidents, including Trump, by potentially restricting claims of broad executive immunity and influencing how legal accountability is applied to presidential actions.
Washington, D.C.
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The Historic Moments in Presidents' History Coin
In response to this historic event, The White House Gift Shop has released a limited-edition coin, "Donald J. Trump: The First Presidential Mug Shot," as part of their "Great Moments in Presidential History" series. This coin is limited to 2500 pieces, each featuring edge numbering and a certificate of authenticity. The coin aims to commemorate this unprecedented moment in presidential history.
The White House Gift Shop, established in 1946 by Permanent Presidential Order, continues to chronicle key moments in American presidential history through its unique coin collection. The "Historic Moments in Presidential History" series is the largest of its kind and includes coins featuring various significant events and figures.
Collectible Features
Each coin in the series is crafted with attention to detail, ensuring collectors receive a high-quality piece of history. The coins come with a velvet presentation case and an outer two-piece box adorned with the gold presidential seal. This collection has garnered global attention, with pieces like the President Zelenskyy HERO coin being permanently installed in the National War Museum of Ukraine.
INCLUDES FULL PARCHMENT CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY & APPRECIATION WITH HAND-ENTERED COIN NUMBER FOR YOUR ABSOLUTE VERIFICATION & COLLECTION VALUE PROTECTION!
About the Designer
Anthony Giannini, CEO and Chief Designer of The White House Gift Shop, is the originator of narrative coin art, a new form of presidential journalism in American history. With a background in Business, Military, Education, Psychology, Artificial Intelligence / Computer Science, Comparative Literature, Art, and Intelligence, Giannini has been recognized for his innovative contributions to commemorative coin design. He is available for talks and programs in Washington, D.C., where he shares insights into the creation process and the achievement of increasingly self-advancing levels of human creativity and cognition. He studied the nature of human talent, expertise, and genius at Harvard University, where he earned one of his advanced degrees, served as a Fellow and Research Associate to noted pioneer psychologist, Erik H. Erikson at the Erik H. Erikson Institute-Harvard University Department of Psychiatry. Giannini is a member of the American Psychological Association and Association of Military Surgeons of the United States (Created by Act of Congress)
For more information and to view the full collection, visit The White House Gift Shop website.
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