Why Trump listens to Scott Bessent | The Axios Show Recap
Axios senior economics reporter Courtenay Brown and co-founder Mike Allen unpack what Allen’s interview with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed about his influence inside Trump’s White House.
They discuss why his combative style resonates with the president, his optimism about AI and jobs and his proposal for U.S.-China cooperation on AI safety. They also examine his “I am the house now” remark and the challenge of selling Trump’s economic agenda while Americans feel squeezed by prices.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:55 - What makes Scott Bessent different
2:28 - Competent, trusted and c