Iran Threats Move US Treasury Secretary Bessent to Military Base

WASHINGTON: A US television network has claimed that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been moved to a military base due to threats to his life from Iran.

According to a senior US administration official, Bessent and his family were moved to the military base after Iran issued death threats against him.

The senior official said the threats had grown to a dangerous level, which led to the decision to move Bessent and his family to a secure location.

According to the US network, the Treasury Department has confirmed Scott Bessent’s relocation. Other senior US administration officials are also being moved to secure residences over security concerns.

The report says Scott Bessent will continue efforts to limit Iran’s financial activities through trade sanctions, and will not be deterred by Iranian government threats.