US Treasury Secretary Bessent criticizes Zelenskyy in controversial new book
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advised Donald Trump against hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, dismissing him with derogatory comments in a new book. Following a disastrous Oval Office meeting on February 28, 2025, Bessent described Zelenskyy as a “little fucker” and “Mr Bean on crack.” The controversial remarks may embarrass the Trump administration amid ongoing aid discussions for Ukraine.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 13:00 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 13:20 UTC
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