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Scott Bessent: “The U.S. treasury and the IRS are represented by the Justice…”

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

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Published | Video Starts at 02:53

So once again, I'm going to ask, why are you allowing President Trump and his family to have complete immunity from being audited. Again, since you're a lawyer, you will understand that The U.S. treasury and the IRS are represented by the Justice Department and the acting Attorney general. Yes, but I just mentioned a Supreme Court case. That doesn't bar you from testifying. It's pretty clear to me, though, however, that you're not interested in answering questions, you're interested in arguing. (02:53–02:59)

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Asserts that the U.S. Treasury and IRS are legally represented by the Justice Department.

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