Bessent's Dual Role: Could He Lead Both the Fed and Treasury?
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Republican senators express concerns about President Trump's consideration of Scott Bessent for both Treasury Secretary and Federal Reserve Chair, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the Fed's independence and cautioning against combining these roles amid uncertain economic conditions and ongoing tariffs.
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- Treasury Sec. Bessent on potential to serve as next Federal Reserve chair MSN
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