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Trump Treasury head defends Elon Musk's DOGE despite 'squawking' from critics


Published on 2025-02-05 19:21:03 - MSN
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  • U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent comments on Elon Musk's influence over the department and breaks down key aims of President Donald Trump's economic agenda on "Kudlow."

The article from MSN discusses comments made by Steven Mnuchin, former U.S. Treasury Secretary under President Trump, regarding Elon Musk's promotion of Dogecoin. Mnuchin defended Musk's involvement with Dogecoin, stating that Musk has the right to support any cryptocurrency he chooses, despite criticism from various quarters. Mnuchin highlighted Musk's significant contributions to innovation and technology, suggesting that his endorsement of Dogecoin should be seen in the context of his broader impact on the tech and financial sectors. Critics have often pointed out the volatility and speculative nature of Dogecoin, but Mnuchin's defense underscores a perspective that values entrepreneurial freedom in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency market.

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