Senate Finance Committee Advances Treasury Secretary Nominee
The Senate Finance Committee voted 16-11 Jan. 21 to approve Scott Bessent to be treasury secretary, sending the nomination to the full Senate for its consideration. Opponents raised several concerns about Bessent, including allegations he avoided paying Medicare taxes. The…
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vote came five days after Bessent testified before the committee for his confirmation hearing (see 2501160062).