Scott Bessent, the US Treasury nominee, emphasizes the need to secure supply chains and maintain the US dollar's status as the world's reserve currency. He will face questioning from politicians regarding taxes, tariffs, and trade during his Senate confirmation hearing. Bessent, a former donor to Democratic causes, is expected to help reset the global trade order and manage national debt while prioritizing productive investment over wasteful spending. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)