US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was recently moved from his residence in Washington to a military installation after threats against his life that US media reports have linked to Iran.
According to Reuters, citing two sources familiar with the matter, Bessent was relocated to a military facility in recent weeks. The report was first published by The New York Times. Neither the nature nor the severity of the alleged threats has been publicly disclosed.
Multiple media outlets confirm relocation
CBS News confirmed the relocation and linked it to broader security concerns involving senior US officials.
The broadcaster also referred to previous cases in which American officials were allegedly targeted in plots attributed to Iran, citing court documents and media investigations.
ABC News reported that the move took place in recent weeks and noted that the administration has not released details about the extent of the threats. The network added that Bessent joins a growing number of senior officials who have been moved to military bases or protected residences.
Economic pressure campaign cited
According to the Associated Press, the relocation comes as Bessent plays a leading role in efforts to restrict Iran's international economic ties.
The report noted that while US President Donald Trump said this week that military aspects of the conflict had effectively ended, his administration continues to pursue economic pressure against Tehran.
The agency also reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth are residing at military facilities.
Official claims threats had intensified
Fox News, citing a senior government official, reported that the threats against Bessent had progressed beyond what was described as an "advanced stage". No details were provided about when the relocation took place.
Treasury vows campaign will continue
Since August, Bessent has led Operation Economic Outcast, a US initiative aimed at increasing Iran's economic isolation.
A Treasury Department spokesperson said the secretary would not be deterred by threats and would continue implementing the campaign.
Iran has previously denied planning attacks against individuals on US soil.
Source: CNA
