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Bessent Defends Treasury's Bond Market Intervention

Bloomberg Markets·September 15, 2026·1 min read

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended the Treasury's recent bond market intervention against criticism from Representative Jim Himes, who argued the actions distort free markets. The exchange occurred during a congressional hearing, highlighting ongoing debate over government influence in financial markets.

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