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Trump Treasury Pick Scott Bessent Calls for Tougher Russia Sanctions, Fed Independence During Confirmation Panel Aitrend

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Trump Treasury Pick Scott Bessent Calls for Tougher Russia Sanctions, Fed Independence During Confirmation Panel Aitrend

Scott Bessent, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Treasury Secretary, testifies during his Senate Finance Committee confirmation hearing in the Dirksen Building on January 16, 2025. Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to become Treasury secretary, Scott Bessent fielded pointed questions Thursday during his confirmation hearing from Democrats and Republicans. tax … Read more

Daniel Kretinsky’s Russia ties to face further scrutiny after Royal Mail purchase | Money News Aitrend

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Daniel Kretinsky’s Russia ties to face further scrutiny after Royal Mail purchase | Money News Aitrend

The Royal Mail group is set to pass into the hands of foreign investors, but the State will retain a “golden share” in the company. This means the the government will have to approve any key changes to Royal Mail’s ownership, head office location and tax residency. This is something the government does with companies … Read more