Washington, Jan 16, 2025 (AFP) - US Treasury nominee says Trump can usher in 'economic golden age'

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2025-01-16
Donald Trump's nominee for Treasury chief spoke Thursday of ushering in "a new economic golden age," as he faced grilling by lawmakers about the incoming US administration's agenda. Scott Bessent's confirmation hearing comes days before Trump returns to the White House, with the president-elect vowing tax cuts, higher tariffs and a slash in federal spending. Bessent, a hedge fund manager, is expected to see smooth confirmation to the top economic......
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