Inflation, Trump immunity, and Bill Pulte: Takeaways from Bessent’s testimony

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spent the past two days testifying before lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

Inflation, Trump immunity, and Bill Pulte: Takeaways from Bessent’s testimony

TL;DR

  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent testified before Senate and House committees.
  • Topics included inflation, the Trump-IRS immunity deal, and Bill Pulte's acting director role.
  • Republicans highlighted tax cut legislation.
  • Democrats are positioning for midterm elections and accused the Treasury of corruption.