https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/inept-incompetent-craven-scott-bessent-struggles-to-clean-up-the-president-s-messContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/inept-incompetent-craven-scott-bessent-struggles-to-clean-up-the-president-s-messhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/inept-incompetent-craven-scott-bessent-struggles-to-clean-up-the-president-s-mess#u52358Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:55:28 +0000Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is under scrutiny for his handling of U.S. debt, Iran sanctions, and tariffs. Critics describe him as "inept, incompetent, craven" and argue his current strategies may lead to national failure. Bessent is currently managing threats against Iran under Operation Outcast, though some observers question if this economic warfare is an attempt to salvage his professional record. His approach to international relations has been characterized by some as bullying other countries.Why it mattersThe Treasury Secretary manages the United States' financial sta