
Treasury Secretary Bessent downplays clash with housing finance director
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplayed a reported argument with housing finance director Bill Pulte, calling it a 'locker room' fight and expressing support for Pulte's appointment as acting director of national intelligence.
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Bessent Calls Clash With Bill Pulte a ‘Locker Room’ Fight
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he had an argument with the housing finance director last year but now supports his appointment as acting director of national intelligence.
By Alan Rappeport
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Treasury Secretary Bessent downplayed his reported feud with Bill Pulte, saying he called to congratulate him on his new role leading intelligence.
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