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Trump Nominates Scott Bassant as U.S. Treasury Secretary Billionaire Investor and Fund Manager to Lead Economic Agenda

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At 62 years old, Bassant is the founder of investment firm Square Capital Management and is recognized as one of the world’s leading investors. His nomination is expected to bring a focus on raising tariffs as part of Trump's broader economic strategy.

In a statement, Trump praised Bassant as one of the foremost international investors and geopolitical and economic strategists, emphasizing that Bassant will help guide America toward a new golden era.