Senator Tillis Says 'Good' and 'I Share the Emotion' After Bessent Admits Threatening to 'Kick Pulte's Ass'
Sen. Thom Tillis asked Treasury nominee Scott Bessent about a reported threat to Bill Pulte. Bessent confirmed he said he would kick Pulte's ass rather than punch him.
msnbc.comSen. Thom Tillis asked Scott Bessent whether he told Bill Pulte he was going to punch him in the face. The exchange occurred during a hearing and was reported on or before June 3, 2026.
He stated he actually said he was going to kick Pulte's ass. Tillis responded, "Good. " Bessent answered, "No sir. " Tillis then said, "Good. " @DailyCaller reported the exchange between Tillis and Bessent regarding Pulte.
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