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Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are set to question Scott Bessent’s stance on taxes, tariffs, trade and other issues during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Finance Committee.

Trump Treasury Secretary pick Scott Bessent testifies during his Senate confirmation hearing.