Summary
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplayed concerns over the U.S. national debt surpassing $40 trillion, stating the country can grow its way out of it and announcing increased bond buyback operations to stabilize the market.
Scott Bessent on National Debt: '$40 Trillion Number' Not Magic, US Can Grow Out of It
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