Treasury Secretary designee Scott Bessent’s nomination advanced past a key Senate committee Tuesday, teeing up his likely confirmation with a full floor vote in the coming days.
Treasury nominee Scott Bessent clears key Senate hurdle on way to likely confirmation
Politics
January 21, 2025
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