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Mike Johnson & Scott Bessent

11 shared events · Importance 3 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026

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Mike Johnson: House Speaker Mike Johnson>>> met with Donald Trump>>> to discuss the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' amid congressional backlash.
Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent>>> is central to the controversy by refusing to comment on the IRS audit immunity for Donald Trump>>> and his family, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
May 18, 2026 · 323 articles
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Mike Johnson: Mike Johnson>>>, as House Speaker, attempted to prevent the passage of the war powers resolution, reflecting the internal Republican struggle over Donald Trump>>>'s foreign policy.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, the Treasury Secretary, refused to comment on whether Donald Trump>>> remains exempt from IRS audits, leading to frustration from Democratic lawmakers.
Jun 03, 2026 · 118 articles
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Mike Johnson: Mike Johnson, House Speaker, was also mentioned as a potential target, underscoring the broad threat to political figures.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the target of the assassination plot, was not harmed. The incident highlights security risks for high-ranking officials, potentially affecting his public role and security arrangements.
Aug 18, 2026 · 20 articles
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Mike Johnson: House Speaker who decried 'radical candidates' as Marxists, aligning with the conference's theme.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary who announced use of financial counterterrorism tools against left-wing groups.
Jul 16, 2026 · 11 articles
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Mike Johnson: Mike Johnson criticized Democrats for their stance on Bill Pulte's appointment, defending Donald Trump's right to make interim appointments.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent>>> reportedly had a heated confrontation with Bill Pulte>>>, threatening him over alleged negative remarks made to Donald Trump>>>.
Apr 20, 2026 · 295 articles
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Mike Johnson: Attended the event; not directly involved in plot.
Scott Bessent: Attended the event; listed as a potential target.
Jun 16, 2026 · 182 articles
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Mike Johnson: U.S. Representative; assured Trump he would remain in the House to preserve the Republican majority.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary; declined interest in replacing Graham.
Jul 13, 2026 · 98 articles
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Nov 03, 2025 · 9 articles
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Mar 06, 2026 · 157 articles
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Apr 14, 2026 · 266 articles
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Apr 25, 2026 · 400 articles
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