Trump, Treasury and Scott Bessent

What To Know About Scott Bessent: Potential Trump Treasury Pick Founded Key Square Hedge Fund
A former executive at Democratic megadonor George Soros’ hedge fund, Bessent is some Trump advisors’ favored choice for arguably the top U.S. economic post after John Paulson dropped out of contention.
Bessent or Lutnick? Support for tariffs looks key as Trump weighs Treasury pick
Trump appears to be choosing between hedge-fund manager Scott Bessent and Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick, though other names remain in the mix as well for the job.
Scott Bessent reportedly top candidate for Treasury secretary during Trump admin
Key Square Capital Management CEO Scott Bessent joined 'Fox & Friends' to discuss President-elect Donald Trump's vision for the economy and how he could be a good fit to serve during a second Trump term.
Graham: Bessent would be ‘outstanding’ as Trump Treasury secretary
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said that Key Square Group founder Scott Bessent would be an “outstanding” choice as President-elect Trump’s Treasury secretary. “I think he’d be outstanding. He’s from South Carolina,
Scott Bessent of Charleston on Trump's shortlist for US Treasury secretary. Who is he?
Charleston philanthropist Scott Bessent has emerged as the leading candidate to lead U.S. monetary policy under incoming President Donald Trump. Who is he?
Key Advisers to Trump Back Bessent for Treasury Secretary
Some of President-elect Donald Trump’s key advisers are backing Scott Bessent, who runs macro hedge fund Key Square Group, as the best choice to serve as Treasury secretary, people familiar with the matter said.
Trump’s Bold Treasury Pick Shocks Supporters: ‘Soros-Funded Scott Bessent Tapped for Secretary'
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly planning to nominate Scott Bessent, a prominent hedge fund manager with past ties to billionaire George Soros, as Secretary of the Treasury. The unexpected choice has
Trump’s Treasury secretary pick: Bessent or Lutnick? Support for tariffs looks key.
Trump appears to be choosing between hedge-fund manager Scott Bessent and Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick, though other names remain in the mix as well for the job.
Big Take DC: Inside Trump’s Treasury Secretary Shortlist
But one key position that hasn’t been filled yet is Treasury secretary, and the person Trump picks will play a crucial role in shaping US economic policy. Senior Washington correspondent and host Saleha Mohsin joins David Gura to tick through the top candidates under consideration and how each might shape the Treasury’s priorities if chosen and confirmed.
The Inside Story Of Scott Bessent’s Ascent To Possible Treasury Secretary Nominee
Longtime hedge fund executive Scott Bessent, a South Carolina native, is one of a few names mentioned as possible U.S.
SCOTT BESSENT: Let's talk tariffs. It's time to revitalize Alexander Hamilton's favorite tool
Prior to the 16th Amendment, which authorized the individual income tax, tariffs had been one of the federal government’s ...
Trump meets with Scott Bessent as Larry Kudlow withdraws from race for top economic roles
Fox Business host Larry Kudlow – who was earlier on Friday reported as a top contender for the position – told the ...
Scott Bessent Connection to George Soros Explained as Trump Mulls Cabinet
After decades working with Soros, a major Democratic donor, Bessent's shift to supporting Trump marks a notable political ...
Howard Lutnick making push for Treasury job, setting up battle with leading contender Bessent
Cantor Fitzgerald CEO and President-elect Donald Trump’s transition co-chair, Howard Lutnick, is said to be "campaigning hard ...