Politics · Washington, D.C. · United States of America · November 11, 2026

Treasury chief Bessent moves to military base over Iranian threats

Reported by 8 outlets · first reported Nov 11, 11:45 AM ET

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent moved from his Washington-area home to a US military base over threats linked to Iran. The New York Times reported his role leading economic pressure on Iran made him a target. He is one of several administration officials living on bases for safety.

Why it matters

It shows the Iran conflict is raising security risks for US officials at home.

Background

The US has used sanctions and other economic pressure on Iran during the war.

The story so far

1. Nov 10Treasury Secretary Bessent moved to military base after Iranian threats
2. Nov 11Treasury chief Bessent moves to military base over Iranian threats

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Sources

• CBS News ↗Nov 11, 8:32 PM ET
• BBC News ↗Nov 11, 11:45 AM ET
• PBS NewsHour ↗Nov 11, 2:59 PM ET

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