Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Criticizes Media for Accepting Iranian Government Claims at Face Value
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized news outlets for reporting Iranian government statements without skepticism during a press conference at the G20 Summit of Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors. During the event, Bessent addressed questions regarding the conflict launched by President Trump in February.
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He stated that Iran no longer controls the Strait of Hormuz and described the country's regime as being in a "death spiral." Bessent argued that the media serves as an ally to the Iranian government because it often publishes their statements as facts. He stated that every news outlet should be ashamed for taking a "lying regime" at face value. Critics on social media noted the irony of Bessent's statement given his role within the administration.