Bessent: Media Silence on Trump’s Economic Success

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Amid the ongoing economic resurgence in the United States under President Donald J. Trump's administration, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has delivered strong criticism against mainstream media outlets for what he described as “a deliberate narrative aimed at spreading fear and economic instability.” In recent statements, Bessent highlighted how many liberal media channels sensationalized a temporary market drop in early April, but then completely ignored the impressive rebound that followed just days later.

“When I look at some of the things being published, there was a story saying this is the worst April for the stock market since the Great Depression. Ten days later, the NASDAQ is now up for the month of April, and I haven’t seen a single story saying, ‘Oh, the stock market just had the biggest rebound in history,’” Bessent said, visibly frustrated by the lack of journalistic honesty.

And it’s no exaggeration. In early April, numerous headlines warned of an alleged “economic storm” or “collapse of investor optimism.” However, few—if any—of those same outlets reported that by the end of the month, the NASDAQ index had reached its highest point of the year, reflecting confidence, stability, and strength in the administration’s economic policies.

This media silence has sparked criticism from across the conservative spectrum. Republican lawmakers, business leaders, and financial analysts agree that the media is deliberately ignoring President Trump’s economic achievements to bolster a narrative of instability that justifies the progressive left’s radical proposals.

“It’s not a mistake, it’s intentional”

Scott Bessent, who assumed office as Treasury Secretary in January 2025 after a distinguished career in the financial sector, has been a key figure in reigniting economic growth. Since taking the role, Bessent has advocated for responsible deregulation, incentives for domestic investment, and targeted tax relief—policies that have restored confidence in both Wall Street and Main Street.

But for Bessent, the issue isn’t economic—it’s political. “I believe much of this is driven by the media,” he stated. “When the facts don’t match their narrative, they simply ignore them. It’s not a mistake, it’s intentional. They are working against the well-being of the American people solely to harm President Trump.”

His remarks come at a critical moment. With the 2026 midterm elections on the horizon, the Trump administration is steadily presenting results: sustained growth, decreasing unemployment, reshoring of businesses, improvement in manufacturing indices, and now, a stock market performance that defies doomsday predictions.

Confidence in Trump’s Economic Leadership
The strategy of Trump’s economic team, led by Bessent, has been straightforward: foster a climate of investment, fiscal stability, and legal predictability. Unlike the regulatory chaos and runaway inflation under the Biden administration, the Trump team has brought clarity back to American business and reconnected with the productive sectors long ignored by globalist elites.

The People Deserve the Truth
What is most concerning, however, is the role mainstream media continues to play in shaping public perception. By burying good news, distorting economic data, and stoking unfounded fears, they not only fail in their journalistic duty—they betray the trust of everyday Americans who expect objectivity, not activism disguised as journalism.

“What we need is transparency, not manipulation. The American people deserve the truth—and the truth is that under President Trump, the economy is getting stronger,” Bessent concluded.

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