Scott Bessent's confirmation hearing for Treasury secretary

Scott Bessent to face tough confirmation hearing for Treasury secretary role
Hedge fund executive Scott Bessent will face a Senate confirmation hearing for Treasury secretary on Thursday, which could make him the first openly gay Cabinet member of a Republican administration.
Trump's pick for Treasury Secretary is Scott Bessent. Here's what to know
Trump's promised tax cuts, and their potential consequences for the U.S. economy, took center stage at Bessent's confirmation hearing.
Treasury secretary nominee Scott Bessent to make call to action during hearing: 'Generational opportunity'
Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump's pick for treasury secretary, will appear for a Senate Finance Committee confirmation hearing on Thursday, where he will discuss the incoming president's economic vision.
What To Know About Scott Bessent: Treasury Pick Will Tout Trump ‘Economic Golden Age’ In Confirmation Hearing
Here's what to know about the Treasury secretary pick Bessent, who heads into his confirmation hearing and may become the first Senate-approved LGBTQ+ member in a Republican cabinet.
Trump Treasury Nominee Scott Bessent: More Sanctions Could Bring Russia "To The Table" On Ukraine
Scott Bessent, Donald Trump's nominee for Treasury Secretary, said during a confirmation hearing Thursday that he is "perplexed" that the Biden administration did not impose more sanctions and tariffs on Russia's economy.
Trump’s Treasury secretary nominee Scott Bessent ’84 testifies before Senate Finance Committee
Bessent spoke before the Senate Finance Committee about his economic vision for America, addressing key issues like tax policy, inflation and wealth inequality.
Trump's Treasury secretary pick Scott Bessent testifies live before Senate on tariffs, dollar
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Treasury secretary testifies Thursday before the Senate Banking Committee.
Trump tax cuts dominate Scott Bessent treasury secretary confirmation hearing
Scott Bessent said passing new tax legislation is a huge economic concern for the country, including for working- and middle-class families.
Video: FULL HEARING: Senate Holds Confirmation Hearing For Scott Bessent, Trump Treasury Secretary Nominee
Senate Holds Confirmation Hearing For Scott Bessent, Trump Treasury Secretary Nominee The Senate Finance Committee holds a confirmation hearing for Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump's nominee for Treasury Secretary.
WATCH: Scott Bessent testifies at Senate confirmation hearing for treasury secretary
U.S. Treasury nominee Scott Bessent on Thursday faced sharp questions from both Democrats and Republicans on tax policy, tariffs, China, Russia sanctions and the future of an IRS tax filing system that Republicans have called to be cut.
Trump treasury pick Scott Bessent calls for stronger Russia sanctions, Fed independence at confirmation panel
Scott Bessent, tapped by Donald Trump to be treasury secretary, faced sharp questions from Democrats and Republicans on tax ...
Treasury Secretary Nominee Scott Bessent Defends Trump’s Tariffs Plan, Calls to Renew Tax Cuts
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to run the Treasury Department does not expect the incoming president’s proposed tariffs ...
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Trump's Treasury Pick Scott Bessent Pours Cold Water on US Digital Dollar Initiative
Scott Bessent told the Senate he saw 'no reason' for the U.S. to pursue a central bank digital currency, aligning with ...
Scott Bessent believes federal minimum wage should not be increased
Scott Bessent, President-elect Trump's pick to serve as treasury secretary, told Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., that the minimum ...
Who's in Donald Trump's new administration? A snapshot of age, race and gender
Sixteen women. Twelve TV and news media personalities. Ten immigrants. A former NFL football player. These are among the ...
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Trump nominee for Treasury opposes higher taxes on billionaires, decries federal spending
President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for Treasury secretary appeared on track for Senate confirmation after a hearing.
Live Updates: Trump nominees grilled by senators; Turner ouster draws bipartisan ire
Thursday marked another busy day of hearings for President-elect Trump’s Cabinet nominees as his inauguration approaches. The ...
White House announces plan to help military children
Education and defense officials have combined efforts to launch programs that support military children with disabilities, ...