Trump Goon Demands to Be Known by Honorary Title
The Daily Beast • • nation
Key Points:
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, serving as a stand-in White House Press Secretary, requested to be called "doctor" following his recent honorary Doctor of Public Service degree from the University of South Carolina, sparking laughter and mixed usage among reporters.
- Bessent's request came amid ongoing conservative criticism of former first lady Jill Biden for using the "doctor" title despite holding a non-medical doctorate.
- During the briefing, Bessent avoided detailed answers on sensitive topics such as the Iran war and the president’s $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, citing ongoing litigation and presidential discretion.
- He stated that any decision regarding a deal with Iran depends on President Trump's judgment and refused to confirm if a tentative agreement had been reached.
- Bessent also addressed questions about efforts to feature Trump on a $250 bill, noting that Congress would need to pass legislation to allow a living president’s image on U.S. currency.