Treasury Secretary Bessent defends Trump economic record in contentious hearing

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is facing questions on rising energy prices, government debt and the Trump team's economic agenda.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:58:20 UTC.

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