During a hearing on Capitol Hill on August 5, 2026, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the K-shaped economy is no longer a relevant concept. Bessent's comments come amid ongoing discussions about economic disparities in the United States.
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Treasury Secretary Bessent States K-Shaped Economy is Over
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced during a Capitol Hill hearing that the K-shaped economy is no longer applicable. His remarks were made on August 5, 2026, as part of broader discussions regarding economic inequality.
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