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Scott Bessent: “The President has launched Trump Accounts, a new type of…”

Featuring: Scott Bessent, Republican | Secretary of the Treasury | National

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks at Financial Literacy Fair Capstone Event — 4/30/2026

Published | Video Starts at 06:02

You can visit mymoney.gov to access educational tools from across the federal government. And I hope when you leave here today, you will encourage your friends and families to do the same. Additionally, The President has launched Trump Accounts, a new type of investment accounts for kids across the country just like you. Trump Accounts will further your financial literacy and help you all save for the future. These accounts will provide all American children the opportunity to build wealth from a young age. (06:02–06:09)

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Asserts that Trump Accounts are a new investment option for children in the U.S.

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