House Republicans are rolling out bold legislative proposals to cement President Donald J. Trump’s legacy. From currency to infrastructure, these measures aim to honor the 45th and 47th presidents. They reflect a conservative push to celebrate a leader who reshaped American politics.

As reported by Newsmax, Republicans in the 119th Congress have introduced bills to place Trump’s image on currency, rename key infrastructure, declare his birthday a national holiday, add his face to Mount Rushmore, and expunge his impeachments. These efforts underscore a belief in Trump’s transformative impact. Critics, however, see them as premature and divisive.

In late January, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., proposed carving Trump’s face onto Mount Rushmore. She called his leadership a “towering legacy” deserving a place among Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt. Such grandeur might thrill supporters but risks alienating those who view it as historical overreach.

Renaming Infrastructure for Trump

On February 1, Rep. Addison McDowell, R-N.C., introduced a bill to rename Washington Dulles International Airport after Trump. He argued it honors one of America’s greatest presidents alongside Reagan’s namesake airport. Critics might scoff, but supporters see it as fitting for a capital city landmark.

Two weeks later, Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., proposed making June 14—Trump’s birthday and Flag Day—a federal holiday. She claimed Trump founded “America’s Golden Age,” akin to Washington’s legacy. Declaring a living president’s birthday a holiday feels audacious, even for ardent conservatives.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., filed bills before Trump’s second inauguration to erase his 2019 and 2021 impeachments. These measures aim to rewrite history in Trump’s favor. Opponents argue expunging impeachments undermines constitutional accountability, a risky precedent.

Trump on American Currency

In late February, Rep. Joe Wilson, R-S.C., introduced the Donald J. Trump $250 Bill Act. The bill directs the Bureau of Printing and Engraving to design a $250 bill featuring Trump, timed for the U.S.’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Wilson’s team claims it’s practical, reducing the need to carry multiple bills.

Wilson’s bill also bypasses 19th-century laws banning living figures on currency. This exemption for former presidents is a clever workaround, though it raises eyebrows. John White, a politics professor, called it “completely wild” to The Washington Post, a fair critique for such an unconventional move.

In March, Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, upped the ante with the Golden Age Act of 2025, proposing Trump’s portrait on $100 bills. Gill echoed Tenney, praising Trump’s role in a new “golden age.” Printing Trump’s face on everyday currency might feel like campaign swag to detractors.

Revamping Transit in Trump’s Name

Last month, Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., pushed to rename the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority to the Washington Metropolitan Authority for Greater Access, or WMAGA. He also suggested rebranding the Metrorail as the “Trump Train.” The acronym’s nod to MAGA is no coincidence, though it’s a bit on-the-nose.

Steube’s bill ties federal funding to these changes, a bold leverage play. It’s a tribute that could resonate with Trump’s base, who see him as a disruptor. Yet, renaming public transit after a polarizing figure might derail bipartisan support.

John White noted to The Washington Post that naming honors typically follow long after a president’s tenure or death. He’s not wrong—rushing to immortalize Trump feels like skipping the historical marination process. Still, Republicans argue Trump’s impact justifies the haste.

A Polarizing Push for Legacy

Supporters like Rep. Luna insist Trump’s “bold leadership” merits Mount Rushmore’s prestige. Her comparison to Lincoln and Roosevelt is lofty, but it rallies the base. Critics, though, see it as idolizing a figure still shaping a contentious political landscape.

Tenney’s claim that Trump is the “most consequential” modern president fuels the case for these tributes. Consequential he may be, but consequence cuts both ways—uniting some, dividing others. A balanced conservative view acknowledges his influence without ignoring the optics of excess.

These proposals, from currency to holidays, reflect a GOP eager to enshrine Trump’s legacy. Whether they pass or not, they signal a party doubling down on its vision. For now, they’re a loud, proud toast to a leader who thrives on defying convention.