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Another Trump Cabinet pick
Nov 25, 2024

Another Trump Cabinet pick

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President-elect Trump has announced Scott Bessent as his choice to lead the Treasury Department. We look more into Bessent's background and the role he would play as treasury secretary.

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Who is Scott Bessent?

If confirmed by the Senate, Bessent would play a crucial role in tax and trade policy. He would also help Trump pick a new Federal Reserve chair, after Jeorme Powell’s term ends in 2026.

The team

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC
Kelly Silvera Executive Producer
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Ariana Rosas Producer
Nic Perez Director/Producer
Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer
John Bruington Media Producer
Jesson Duller Media Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director
James Graham Producer, BBC
Jo Critcher Producer, BBC
Naomi Rainey Producer, BBC