Scott Bessent

Government Shutdown November 3

Trump administration cites widespread misuse of SNAP as funding lapses during shutdown

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said she made it clear to states that 'no illegal aliens can use SNAP, zero, zero, zero'

Media October 27

Scott Bessent rejects NBC host’s narrative that Trump is to blame for ongoing shutdown

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent blamed Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for prolonging the government shutdown, saying Democrats need to vote to reopen the government.

Politics October 14

Republican lawmakers demand Treasury probe CAIR over alleged Hamas ties and terrorism concerns

Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., and Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., urged Treasury to probe CAIR’s alleged Hamas ties, warning its leadership and history raised national security concerns.

Opinion September 19

SEN RICK SCOTT, REP BYRON DONALDS: Trump and Bessent's IRS reform: Let’s end job-killing policies

Trump's IRS reform under Scott Bessent targets Revenue Ruling 2014-14 and other Biden policies that hurt Florida families and job creators.

Donald Trump September 17

Trump and first lady to get King Charles' royal treatment at Windsor Castle

President Donald Trump participated in a royal carriage procession with King Charles III at Windsor Castle as part of historic second state visit.

Scott Bessent September 9

IRS issues termination notice to top aide linked to Obama-era Tea Party targeting scandal

EXCLUSIVE: A top aide to former Obama official Lois Lerner who targeted conservatives and conservative groups received a notice of proposed removal from the IRS, Fox News Digital has learned.

Opinion August 29

Unlikely allies: Trump, Pelosi and the push to ban congressional stock trading

Bipartisan legislation to prohibit congressional stock trading clears committee with support from Trump, Pelosi, and lawmakers across the political spectrum.

Mexican Cartel Violence August 13

US treasury sanctions 'brutally violent' cartel for timeshare fraud in tourist hotspot, warns Americans

The Treasury Department is now warning current U.S.-based owners of timeshares and those considering the purchase of a Mexico-based timeshare, to conduct "appropriate due diligence."

Opinion July 24

Good economic data is bad news for Trump’s interest rate push

U.S. fiscal situation with $37 trillion in debt makes Trump's push for 1% interest rates difficult despite strong consumer spending, as Treasury yields remain market-driven.

Congress June 12

Dem lashes out at Bessent during heated committee hearing exchange: 'Excuse me'

Democratic Del. Stacey Plaskett and Treasury Secretary Bessent clash at congressional hearing over economic data presentation.

Politics June 11

Democrat congresswoman draws boos over 'shameful' sexism remark in committee hearing with Treasury Secretary

Rep. Linda Sanchez sparks backlash after accusing Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent of sexism during heated House hearing on tariffs and trade with China.