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June 3, 2026
Scott Bessent Clarifies Remarks on Bill Pulte During Senate Hearing
- Scott Bessent clarified that he did not threaten to punch Bill Pulte, but instead said he would 'kick his a**' during a Senate Finance Committee hearing.
- Bessent's comments came as senators questioned Pulte's qualifications for the acting Director of National Intelligence position, following his appointment by President Trump.
- Democratic lawmakers, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, have raised concerns about Pulte's lack of national security experience.
3 Sources
- Bessent says he told Pulte 'I was going to kick his a--'Jun 3, 2026 at 6:57 PM · The Hill
- Scott Bessent testifies he told Bill Pulte he was "going to kick his a**," not punch him in the faceJun 3, 2026 at 8:12 PM · CBS News
- Bessent sets record straight on Trump team dinner clash that nearly turned into a throwdown: ‘Kick his a--’Jun 3, 2026 at 8:36 PM · Fox News