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Some of Trump's nominees have drawn fierce criticism. Why his treasury pick has a smoother path.


Published on 2024-12-10 18:40:49 - MSN
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  • In picking Bessent, Trump - despite his anti-establishment rhetoric - chose a less ideological, more conventional financier for the post.

The article from MSN discusses the relatively smoother confirmation path for Donald Trump's Treasury Secretary nominee, compared to other controversial picks. While Trump's nominees for positions like the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Defense have faced significant opposition due to their past statements or actions, his choice for Treasury Secretary, reportedly a seasoned financial expert with a less contentious background, has encountered less resistance. This nominee's experience in finance and economic policy, coupled with a more centrist or bipartisan appeal, has facilitated a quicker and less contentious confirmation process. The article highlights how this nominee's professional credentials and lack of polarizing political baggage contrast with the more divisive figures Trump has nominated for other roles, potentially easing the path to Senate confirmation.

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