Is it time to say good-bye to the Penny?

Economics Professor Robert Whaples has been featured in multiple major media outlets, including CNN and NPR, sharing his expert insights on the potential elimination of the penny. With President Trump ordering an end to the “wasteful” production of the one-cent coin, Dr. Whaples discusses the economic rationale behind this decision, the costs of minting pennies, and what it means for consumers and businesses.

Read and listen to his recent interviews:
CNN: Trump Orders End to Penny Production

NPR: The Treasury and the Future of the Penny

Dr. Whaples has long argued that the penny has outlived its usefulness, and his expertise is shaping the national conversation on this historic policy shift.