Scott Bessent
Scott Kenneth Homer Bessent is an American government official, investor, and hedge fund manager serving as the 79th United States secretary of the treasury since 2025. Before his government service, he was a partner at Soros Fund Management and the founder of Key Square Group, a global macro investment firm.
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Scott Bessent"The United States is not going to default on its debt if I'm confirmed."Aug 01, 2025
Controversy:Will the US Default on Its Debt?
Scott Bessent"The United States of America is never going to default."Jun 02, 2025
Controversy:Will the US Default on Its Debt?
Scott BessentMusk's "board of directors did not like this [new political party] announcement yesterday and will be encouraging him to focus on his business activities, not his political activities."Jul 06, 2025
Controversy:Will Elon Musk Form a New 'America Party'?
Scott Bessent"There is reasonable probability that the federal government's cash and extraordinary measure will be exhausted in August."May 09, 2025
Controversy:Will the US Default on Its Debt?
