U.S. Senator Katie Britt: President Trump, Treasury Secretary Bessent Will Clear Path for Main Street-Led Comeback

Confirms President Trump’s Nominee for Secretary of the Treasury

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) released the following statement after voting to confirm Scott Bessent to be President Trump’s Secretary of the Treasury. Bessent’s nomination was confirmed by a vote of 68-29.

“After meeting with him last week, I have no doubt Scott Bessent is uniquely suited to lead the Treasury Department for the Trump Administration. He is committed to growing opportunities for hardworking Americans to achieve their American Dream. I look forward to working with Secretary Bessent to fuel the next golden era of American prosperity by passing pro-growth, pro-family tax reform that empowers small businesses and entrepreneurs. President Trump and Secretary Bessent know that America’s comeback will be led by Main Streets in every corner of our nation, and I can’t wait to be a partner in that mission.”

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