Pete Hegseth & Scott Bessent
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International
Pete Hegseth: As Defense Secretary, Hegseth announced the US can maintain the blockade indefinitely, signaling prolonged military pressure.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary Bessent vowed unprecedented economic isolation measures against Iran, targeting its trading partners.
Jul 15, 2026 · 127 articles
Domestic
Pete Hegseth: As Secretary of War, emphasized Gold Eagle as vanguard of America's cyber defense.
Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, announced Treasury's role in Gold Eagle and commitment to safeguarding financial institutions.
Jul 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth>>>, the United States>>> Defense Secretary, has publicly stated that military strikes are intended to force Iran>>> into a deal, emphasizing a willingness to 'negotiate with bombs'.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, United States>>> Treasury Secretary, has vowed to use Iranian funds to pay for damage caused to Gulf allies and to offset tolls paid to the Persian Gulf Strait Authority.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, also used religious language on X, reposting Donald Trump's message about the rescue and writing 'God is good'.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, echoed Donald Trump's religious framing of the airman's rescue, referring to it as an 'Easter miracle' on X.
Apr 05, 2026 · 19 articles
Regulatory
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary, received SEMI's letter and is one of the officials Apple Inc.'s CEO has been lobbying.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, received SEMI's letter and is one of the officials Apple Inc.'s CEO has been lobbying.
Jul 02, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, Defense Secretary, was mentioned as a potential target, highlighting the threat to multiple officials, though he was not directly affected.
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
Domestic
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth>>>, the Defense Secretary, attended a White House meeting with Donald Trump>>> to discuss the AI executive order.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent>>>, the Treasury Secretary, convened a meeting with Wall Street CEOs to warn about the risks posed by Anthropic's Mythos model, highlighting the urgency behind the new AI oversight.
May 20, 2026 · 81 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Defense Secretary Hegseth is among officials contacted by Miller.
Scott Bessent: Bessent, as Treasury Secretary, is lobbied on trade and sanctions issues.
Jul 07, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Pete Hegseth: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth>>> was criticized by Senator Thom Tillis>>> for his perceived incompetence regarding the war with Iran>>>, contributing to congressional frustration with the administration.
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
International
Pete Hegseth: Hegseth cancels a meeting with Netanyahu over potential F-35 sales to Turkey, affecting U.S.-Israel relations.
Scott Bessent: Bessent was ordered by Trump to halt trade with Spain and tasked with preparing an embargo.
Apr 20, 2026 · 160 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Hegseth announced a six-month review of U.S. forces in European Union — Europe and criticized allies for insufficient defense spending.
Scott Bessent: Bessent was mentioned as working on sanctions relief for Turkey.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: As Pentagon chief, Pete Hegseth>>> affirmed the United States>>>' capability to resume war with Iran>>>, reinforcing the military stance during diplomatic efforts.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, stated that the US naval blockade is part of a broader economic embargo aimed at suffocating the Iranian regime.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth>>> dismissed the efforts led by the United Kingdom>>> and France>>> to secure the Strait of Hormuz>>> as 'silly'.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent issued a statement regarding the new sanctions, asserting that Iran's actions prove the regime is desperate for cash due to 'Economic Fury'.
May 12, 2026 · 71 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, US Defence Secretary, stated that the US would 'negotiate with bombs' if necessary, reflecting the US's aggressive stance in the conflict.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the US Treasury Secretary, is exploring ways to use frozen Iranian assets to aid Gulf allies, indicating a strategic financial move by the US.
Apr 20, 2026 · 508 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, commented on the immediate end of the naval blockade on Iran upon signing the accord and the US capacity to ensure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, stated that Washington would use money from frozen Iranian accounts to offset damages inflicted by Iran on US allies and any tolls imposed for transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 20, 2026 · 497 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth>>> has affirmed the United States>>>' capability to resume war with Iran>>> if necessary, underscoring the military option amidst ongoing peace talks.
Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary, declined to confirm an agreement, emphasizing that the decision rests with President Donald Trump.
May 02, 2026 · 472 articles
Accidents
Pete Hegseth: Attended the event; listed as a potential target.
Scott Bessent: Attended the event; listed as a potential target.
Jun 16, 2026 · 182 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: US Defense Secretary who was criticized by Trump over munitions stocks, affecting military readiness.
Scott Bessent: US Treasury Secretary hinted at a possible deal, indicating economic considerations in the negotiations.
Mar 09, 2018 · 316 articles
Domestic
Pete Hegseth: Attended funeral as Cabinet official.
Scott Bessent: Treasury Secretary; declined interest in Senate seat.
Jul 12, 2026 · 283 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: As Pentagon chief, Pete Hegseth>>> affirmed the United States>>>' capability to resume war with Iran>>>, reinforcing the military stance during diplomatic efforts.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, stated that Iran has an opportunity to make a 'good deal' by abandoning nuclear weapons, outlining a key US demand.
Apr 11, 2026 · 300 articles
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