A heated exchange unfolded during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing as a congressman Brendan Boyle challenged Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over inflation, rising gas prices, consumer confidence, and President Trump's economic promises. Citing recent polling and economic data, the lawmaker argued that Americans are paying more for everyday necessities despite campaign promises to lower costs. Bessent defended the administration's record, pointing to GDP growth, private-sector job creation, and wage gains. Show more Show less
'You don't know what YOU'RE saying!': Bessent MIC-DROPS Dem Rep. Boyle in heated House hearing clash
A heated exchange unfolded during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing as a congressman Brendan Boyle challenged Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over inflation, rising gas prices, consumer confidence, and President Trump's economic promises. Citing recent polling and economic data, the lawmaker argued that Americans are paying more for everyday necessities despite campaign promises to lower costs. Bessent defended the administration's record, pointing to GDP growth, private-sector job creation, and wage gains.
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