Scott Bessent was moved to a military base following threats linked to Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was moved from his home in Washington’s Georgetown neighborhood to a military base amid threats to his life that the American press says may be linked to Iran.

Bessent is coordinating U.S. efforts to economically isolate Iran and put pressure on the country’s economy. The exact nature of the threats has not been made public, but U.S. intelligence agencies have warned that Tehran has significantly stepped up actions against American citizens, including government officials.

According to sources cited by CBS, concerns about Bessent’s security increased after the publication of a photograph that made it possible to identify his Georgetown home precisely. The Treasury Department said the secretary “will not be intimidated” and will continue his work.

In September, Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton warned that current and former U.S. officials were allegedly being targeted by advanced Iranian plots. Potential targets include Mike Pompeo, John Bolton and Mark Milley. Several members of the U.S. administration live on military bases for security reasons.