Bessent could tap near $1 trillion Treasury General Account to fund bond buybacks, sources said — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bessent-could-tap-near-1-trillion-treasury-general-account-to-fund-bond-buybacks-sources-saidContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Bessent Weighs Tapping $1 Trillion Treasury Account to Fund Bond Buybackshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bessent-could-tap-near-1-trillion-treasury-general-account-to-fund-bond-buybacks-sources-saidhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bessent-could-tap-near-1-trillion-treasury-general-account-to-fund-bond-buybacks-sources-said#u48153Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:16:57 +0000US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is considering using the Treasury General Account, which has reached nearly $1 trillion, to finance an expanded program of government bond purchases. This move aims to stabilize the Treasury market, which has been experiencing rising bond yields. Bessent's strategy involves buying back bonds to reduce yields and alleviate pressure on the market. The plan's feasibility and potential impact are being closely watched by investors and analysts.Why it mattersThe US Treasury market has been under pressure due to rising bond yields, which have been driven