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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent dodges tariff question in tense congressional showdown

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In a fiery congressional hearing, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent faced sharp questioning over who foots the bill for tariffs. Pressed repeatedly by Democratic representative Mark Pocan, Bessent called the issue "very complicated," sidestepping a clear response. The clash underscores deep divisions over Trump's tariffs and their economic fallout, which falls upon U.S. consumers.

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