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Aaron Klein

U.S. Congress reopens debate over replacing dollar bills with coins

Global Politics

The United States loves its paper money. Dollar coins get introduced and re-introduced but they still remain the domain, largely, of vending machines. But a new bill in Congress seeks to change that, by phasing out the paper dollar bills. And supporters say it would bring a financial boon for the government.

The Push to Ditch the Dollar Bill for Coins

Global Politics
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