Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: Tariffs, TikTok, & A Duel 9/16/25

On the ground in London for the President’s state visit, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses tariffs, a potential trade deal with China, Federal Reserve independence, and reports of a spar between himself and Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte. Plus, Stephen Miran was confirmed to the Federal Reserve Board, the SEC is considering changing reporting requirements for publicly traded companies, and President Trump is bringing a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times.

Secretary Scott Bessent - 18:55

In this episode:

Scott Bessent, @SecScottBessent

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk 

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Cameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY

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