Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss economy ahead of midterms
Scott Bessent will appear on a live policy forum on September 8, speaking with staff about the U.S. economy as the midterm elections near.
On September 8, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will join a live broadcast called “State of the Economy,” hosted by one outlet News. They plan to address a range of topics concerning the nation’s fiscal health during President Donald Trump’s second administration, with the timing chosen to inform voters before the upcoming midterm elections.
The forum is organized in partnership with CGCN and the ALFA Institute and marks Bessent’s second appearance on one outlet. Past sessions have featured a roster of Trump administration figures, including Vice President JD Vance and several cabinet secretaries.
Why it matters
Voters will hear the Treasury’s view on the economy before casting ballots in the midterm elections.
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