US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent relocated after alleged Iranian threats

What happened: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was moved from his Washington DC home to a military base after Iran-linked threats to his life, per US media reports cited by CBS. Why it matters: Bessent has led efforts to isolate Iran economically through sanctions and a blockade. A Treasury spokesperson said he "will not be deterred" by threats and "remains committed" to pressuring Iran's economy. Coverage: 8 outlets in 24h

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was moved from his Washington DC home to a military base after Iran-linked threats to his life, per US media reports cited by CBS.

Bessent has led efforts to isolate Iran economically through sanctions and a blockade. A Treasury spokesperson said he "will not be deterred" by threats and "remains committed" to pressuring Iran's economy.