U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent is scheduled to host a press conference today, August 24, 2026, at 1 PM EDT in Washington, D.C. The event is currently underway, as announced by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Public Affairs.
The press conference, taking place at the Treasury Building, will feature Secretary Bessent addressing the public and media. Further details regarding the topics to be discussed were not immediately provided in the announcement.
This event marks a direct engagement by the Treasury Secretary with the press, offering insights into current financial matters.