The penny has become almost worthless, and some people want to see it eliminated. It costs the U.S. Mint two cents to produce every penny, and the Mint loses millions of dollars each year by manufacturing them. Some people have argued the penny should be retired, but many Americans have strong feelings about keeping the historic coin in circulation. Listen to hear more about the controversy surrounding the penny, and learn why all coins are in short supply during the pandemic.
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