05/28/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 05/28/2026 13:55
Bessent to deliver remarks at Reagan National Economic Forum, host latest stop on Trump Accounts Tour
Special guests include Kelsey Grammer, Sen. Roger Marshall, Rep. French Hill, Rep. Vince Fong & more
WASHINGTON - U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent will address the 2026 Reagan National Economic Forum tomorrow, delivering a sweeping policy speech that will lay out his economic security doctrine.
The speech, which comes on the heels of President Trump's latest round of China negotiations and G7 finance ministerial, and on the cusp of America's 250th anniversary, will lay out the Administration's America First economic agenda underpinned by policies to build long-term economic resilience and growth.
Following prepared remarks, Secretary Bessent will join Fox Business host and former Director of the National Economic Council, Larry Kudlow, for a candid fireside chat Q&A.
WHO: U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent
Fox Business Host and Former NEC Director Larry Kudlow (Moderator)
WHEN: Friday, May 29, 2026, at 11:40 AM PDT // 2:40 PM EDT
WHERE: Watch virtually: Virtual Attendance: Reagan National Economic Forum 2026 • RSVPify
RSVP: Media interested in watching virtually should RSVP here.
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent will then host the next stop on the "Trump Accounts Tour" and participate in a live discussion with special guests focused on Trump Accounts and the lasting opportunities they provide for America's children. Trump Accounts, made possible through the Working Families Tax Cuts, reflect a commitment to expanding opportunity, strengthening financial security, and ensuring that every American child begins life with a foundation for building wealth and financial literacy.
The groundbreaking new Trump Accounts app launched Thursday and can be downloaded here.
Secretary Bessent will also meet with local entrepreneurs and community leaders to hear about how they are benefiting from the Working Families Tax Cuts Act to grow their businesses and the local economy.
WHO: U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent
Grammy-winning actor Kelsey Grammer
Sen. Roger Marshall (R-KS)
Rep. French Hill (R-AR2)
Rep. Vince Fong (R-CA20)
Small business leaders
Local community members
WHEN: Friday, May 29, 2026, at 1:15 PM PDT // 4:45 PM EDT
WHERE: Westlake Village, CA 91362 | Exact Location Provided upon RSVP
RSVP: Media interested in attending should RSVP here no later than Thursday, May 28, at 5:00 PM PDT.
Watch the livestream on X at @UST
RSVPs are required. Once approved, media will receive a confirmation email with additional instructions, including the exact location where the event will be held in Westlake Village and arrival time for media. Spacing may be limited for media to attend the local business engagement.
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