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Scott Bessent
Private Sector Figure · Secretary, Department of the Treasury
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Scott Bessent is an American businessman, financial analyst, and government official who serves as the 79th United States Secretary of the Treasury, appointed by Donald Trump. He previously was a partner at Soros Fund Management and founded Key Square Group, a global macro investment firm.
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Trump's DOJ forever-bars IRS claims against Trump and family
via Department of the Treasury — Parent department of the IRS, swept in by the order's "other agencies or departments" language barring pursuit of pending matters beyond the named defendants. Top lawyer Brian Morrissey resigned the same day the settlement was announced; his reason has not been reported.
Senate confirms hedge fund founder Bessent as Treasury Secretary
Confirmed as Treasury Secretary by 68-29 Senate vote on January 27, 2025. Founder of macro hedge fund Key Square Group and former chief investment officer for George Soros's Soros Fund Management; hosted Trump fundraisers in 2024 totaling roughly $57 million.
Scott Bessent donates $500K to MAGA Inc.
Donated $500,000 to Make America Great Again Inc.
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