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Scott Bessent moved to military base amid reported Iran-linked threats
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been moved from his Washington home to a nearby military base following reported threats linked to Iran, according to US media. The reported relocation comes as Bessent leads US efforts to pressure Iran’s economy through sanctions and a blockade; officials have not described the nature or severity of the threats.
CBS reported that security concerns rose after a Wall Street Journal article included an online photograph that could reveal the location of Bessent’s Georgetown home. A Treasury Department spokesperson said Bessent would not be deterred. US intelligence has warned of increased Iranian efforts to target Americans, including officials; other people reportedly considered potential targets include Mike Pompeo, John Bolton and Mark Milley. Several current and former US officials also live or have lived on military bases.
In short
- Scott Bessent was moved to a military base after reported Iran-linked threats.
- The threats’ nature and severity have not been made public.
- US intelligence has warned of increased efforts to target Americans.
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Originally published by BBC World as “US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent relocated after alleged Iranian threats”.