H.R. 8594: Congressional Gold Medal For Inspiring Great Heroism and Tenacity (FIGHT) Act

This bill, known as the Congressional Gold Medal For Inspiring Great Heroism and Tenacity (FIGHT) Act, proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to three entities in recognition of their dedication to protecting the constitutional structure of the United States. The medal would be awarded to:

• President Donald John Trump
• The United States Secret Service
• Local law enforcement partners

Findings

The bill outlines several findings that justify the awarding of the medal:

• Recent actions by President Trump, the Secret Service, and local law enforcement highlight bravery and sacrifice in ensuring public safety and stability.
• A violent incident occurred on July 13, 2024, during a rally in Pennsylvania, where Trump was shot, and a bystander was killed while protecting his family.
• On September 15, 2024, a second assassination attempt was thwarted when the Secret Service acted promptly to prevent a concealed gunman from targeting Trump during an event in Florida.
• On April 25, 2026, another act of violence was stopped at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, where Secret Service agents intervened to protect Trump and others from an assailant.
• These incidents illustrate a troubling increase in violent political rhetoric and its effects on the safety of political figures.
• In the face of these events, President Trump has shown resolute courage and commitment to his duties.
• The Secret Service agents demonstrate high levels of bravery in their daily protection of the President.
• Local law enforcement plays a crucial role in securing events and managing threats, vital to the President's safety.
• The actions of Trump and the protective partners reinforce confidence in the strength of the nation.

Award of Congressional Gold Medals

The bill stipulates that the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate will make arrangements to award three gold medals designed appropriately. These medals will be distributed as follows:

• One to President Trump for public display.
• One to the United States Secret Service for display in their museum.
• One to local law enforcement partners for display at the National Law Enforcement Museum.

Design and Manufacture of Medals

The Secretary of the Treasury will oversee the design and minting of the gold medal, which will feature appropriate emblems and inscriptions. Additionally, the Secretary may create and sell duplicate bronze versions of the gold medal to cover costs incurred in the manufacturing process.

Status of the Medals

These medals are classified as national medals. For legal and numismatic purposes, they will be treated as collectibles and items of interest.

Funding

The United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund will cover the costs associated with the medals. Additionally, proceeds from the sale of any duplicate bronze medals will be deposited back into this fund to help offset these expenses.

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