Senator Lindsey Graham, US Senator for South Carolina | Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Lindsey Graham, US Senator for South Carolina | Official U.S. Senate headshot
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham expressed his approval following President Trump's nomination of Scott Bessent for the position of U.S. Treasury Secretary. Bessent, a native of South Carolina, was praised by Graham in a statement released on November 22, 2024.
Graham extended gratitude to President Trump on behalf of South Carolinians: “On behalf of the people of South Carolina, thank you, Mr. President, for selecting Scott Bessent to be our next Secretary of Treasury, a proud native son of South Carolina."
The senator highlighted his long-standing acquaintance with Bessent and his family, describing them as "top notch in every way." He emphasized Bessent's understanding of the "America First approach" regarding economic revival, debt management, and trade law enforcement.
Graham remarked on Bessent's qualifications: “He is a great combination of being academically gifted and real world tested. President Trump’s economic agenda is in good hands with Scott Bessent."
In conclusion, Graham expressed eagerness to collaborate with both Bessent and Trump to tackle inflation and usher in what he termed a "golden age of prosperity for the American people." He concluded with congratulations to both the president and Bessent.