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Scott Bessent: “More than strengthening an economy, energy abundance also secures a nation. Economic security is national security.”

On the recordJune 13, 2026
More than strengthening an economy, energy abundance also secures a nation. Economic security is national security.
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Scott Bessent

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Remarks during a meeting at the Petroleum Club of Houston.

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