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U.S. Treasury Secretary addresses Americans nearing a financial breaking point

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Speaking at the World Economic Forum on January 20, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent responded to questions about financial pressure on U.S. households. He attributed the strain to policies of the previous administration and cited income trends during Donald Trump’s first term, claims that have been disputed by economists who say the benefits were unevenly distributed.

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