Scott Bessent, nominated as Treasury Secretary, left behind a successful career as a low-profile hedge fund manager to address America’s escalating debt and deficits. However, his testimony at the confirmation hearing on Thursday raised concerns about his resolve in tackling these critical issues. Fiscal Discipline and Spending Cuts Proposed Bessent acknowledged the government’s spending problems, […]
Special Counsel Jack Smith publicly defended his decision to indict Donald Trump for attempting to overturn the results of the 2020 election. In a detailed 174-page report, Smith emphasized that prosecutors had gathered sufficient evidence for a conviction, had they not been required to drop the case after Trump’s re-election in November. Evidence and Conviction […]
Miran’s economic strategy to Donald Trump, one must embrace his belief in tariffs as a means to bolster the U.S. economy. Few economists share this view, but Stephen Miran stands out as a staunch advocate for such policies. As the newly appointed head of Trump’s Council of Economic Advisers, Miran has proposed that the U.S. […]
Trump’s cabinet nominees face intense Senate scrutiny as hearings commence. Republicans seek rapid confirmations ahead of January 20’s inauguration. The controversial nominations have ignited debates across party lines. This pivotal process underscores political tensions during the administration’s transition period. Controversial Appointments Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host, is nominated for Secretary of Defense, sparking […]