The warning says, “Welcome, but be good!”

In the posts and coverage available right now, that line is presented as the message on Trump’s newly shown passport design, though the reporting also notes that the exact meaning is unclear.

What people are saying

  • Some outlets describe it as a “stern warning” or “patriotic-themed” message tied to the new passport reveal.
  • Others note that it is unusual because U.S. passports are for citizens, so the wording seems more symbolic than practical.
  • The phrase is also shown in Trump’s own post: “The U.S.A.’s New Passport, which says, ‘Welcome, but be good!’”

Quick context

The design being discussed is a limited-edition passport tied to America’s 250th birthday celebrations, with Trump’s image and Founding Fathers imagery.

Bottom line

The warning is simply: “Welcome, but be good!”