Bessent: Musk is ‘more like a Viking,’ while I’m ‘more like a ninja’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent addressed his ongoing differences with tech billionaire Elon Musk, suggesting their business approaches simply diverge. “We had disagreements, but we both want to reach the same goal,” Bescent mentioned during a recent episode of the “Pod Force One” podcast with New York Post columnist Miranda Devine. “We want to cut down […]
Scott Bessent talks about his disagreement with Musk, describing himself as more ‘ninja’ while he sees Elon as more of a ‘Viking.’
Variation in Leadership Styles: A Look at Musk and Becent Treasury Secretary Scott Becent and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk recently discussed their differing approaches to business, framing their disagreements as a simple matter of stylistic contrast. They described themselves as quick-moving innovators—akin to agile ninjas—focused on effecting change in their respective fields. In April, tensions […]
Scott Bessent shares the main misconception people have about President Trump
Treasury Secretary’s Perspective on Trump Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent expressed that many critics misinterpret President Trump’s motivations, suggesting he is driven by “a love for his people” and a genuine concern for their well-being. In an interview with columnist Miranda Devine, Bescent remarked on Trump’s strategic approach in politics, noting his ability to create options […]
Japan’s finance minister Kato states there are no current plans for discussions with Bessent
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Is Not Aiming to Replace Fed’s Powell
Speculation Surrounding Treasury Secretary’s Future Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent has suggested, albeit casually, that he might eventually succeed Jerome H. Powell as chairman of the Federal Reserve. However, he insists that he hasn’t pursued that position and is dedicated to his current role. Having been with the Treasury since January, Bescent expressed in an exclusive […]
House hearing intensifies as Plaskett calls for Bessent to stop interrupting.
Contentious Exchange at Committee Hearing Stacey Plaskett, a Representative from the Virgin Islands, faced a heated moment with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during a recent committee hearing. The atmosphere was charged, and tensions rose quickly. In response to a chart presented by Plaskett, Bessent remarked, “Ma’am, that’s incorrect,” pointing out that the data only reflected […]
Rep. Sanchez claims Treasury Secretary Bessent interrupted her due to gender.
Home Road and Means Committee Hearing Takes Unexpected Turn During a hearing with the Home Road and Means Committee on Wednesday, an unexpected exchange occurred. Representative Linda Sanchez (D-CA) accused Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent of interrupting her due to her gender. The tension came to a head in a five-minute questioning session where Sanchez pressed […]
Bessent discusses Trump’s decision on extending tariff deadlines for other nations following progress with China.
The Trump administration may extend the deadline for finalizing a one-on-one trade agreement next month. As the July 8 deadline nears, Representative Don Beyel (D-Va.) questioned Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent about the possibility of granting more time, particularly as numerous nations rush to reach agreements with the White House. “As I’ve said before, we have […]
Bessent cautions that not approving Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ bill could lead to a ‘financial crisis’
The United States could face a financial crisis if Congress does not pass a significant bill related to President Trump, warned Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent on Wednesday. Bescent addressed the 2017 Tax Cuts and Extension of Employment Act, cautioning that a proposed $4 trillion increase in spending could threaten the financial system due to the […]
GOP Congressmen Express Frustration as Democratic Rep Uses ‘Woman’ Argument Against Scott Bessent
Republican lawmakers expressed frustration on Wednesday toward California Rep. Linda Sanchez after she accused Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent of interrupting her due to her gender. During a session of the House Ways and Means Committee, Sanchez took issue with Bescent’s remarks regarding President Donald Trump’s tariffs, claiming he was speaking inconsistently by noting that prices […]