Scott Bessent confirmed by Senate to serve as Trump's treasury secretary
Scott Bessent confirmed as treasury secretary, giving him a key role in extending Trump’s tax cuts.

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Scott Bessent confirmed by Senate to serve as Trump's treasury secretary
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