Trump's pick for Treasury secretary shows there's a limit to Elon Musk's influence

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President-elect Donald Trump nominated hedge fund manager Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary despite Elon Musk's public support for Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick.

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Trump nominates Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary

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Scott Bessent has been nominated to serve as Treasury secretary, a highly sought-after position.

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Elon Musk throws his weight behind Howard Lutnick over Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary

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Howard Lutnick
Howard Lutnick, Elon Musk's choice for Treasury secretary.

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Jamie Dimon's name keeps being floated for a spot in the White House — by both parties

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JPMorgan Chase Jamie Dimon has been considered for the Treasury Secretary role by Donald Trump and people close to Kamala Harris.

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Buying a first home is 'prohibitively expensive' and 'almost impossible' for many, says Janet Yellen

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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.

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Fed rate hikes are creeping back into the conversation

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Fed rate cuts are creeping back into the conversation, in part thanks to Larry Summers' comments.

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