Trending Now - Treasury Secretary Bessent Abruptly Exits Interview for Urgent Talks
WHO:
President Trump, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Sky News’ Wilfred Frost, Energy Secretary Chris Wright
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei
WHAT:
President Trump ordered Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to the White House Situation Room during a live interview.
Bessent was interrupted approximately 13 minutes into the interview.
Bessent stated he discussed a “plethora of things” during his meeting with Trump.
The ongoing Iranian conflict began on February 28th, 2026, with the US launching Operation Epic Fury.
The operation has cost the US approximately $11 billion.
Bessent mentioned that the US could begin escorting international ships through the Strait of Hormuz when the threat of an Iranian attack is eliminated.
WHERE:
The interview took place in the Treasury Department’s Cash Room.
The meeting with Trump occurred in the White House Situation Room.
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial shipping lane affected by the Iranian regime.
WHEN:
The incident occurred on March 12th, 2026, at 10:22 a.m.
The Iranian conflict began on February 28th, 2026.
Bessent returned from the meeting nearly two hours later.
WHY:
The urgent meeting was called to address the financial fallout of the Iran war.
HOW:
An aide interrupted Bessent during the live interview to inform him of the urgent request from Trump.
Bessent's microphone was removed as he left the building.
(UPDATED March 14, 2026 05:23 UTC)
In a significant development, President Trump summoned Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to the White House Situation Room during a live interview on March 12, 2026, just 13 minutes into the discussion. Bessent, who had been addressing the financial implications of the ongoing Iranian conflict that began on February 28, mentioned that the U.S. could start escorting international ships through the Strait of Hormuz once the threat from Iran is neutralized. The urgent meeting highlights the escalating situation, which has already cost the U.S. approximately $11 billion since the launch of Operation Epic Fury.