Scott Bessent says U.S. will not enter recession despite some sectors showing warning signs

President Donald Trump intensified tensions in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia peace talks by accusing Ukrainian leaders of showing 'zero gratitude' for U.S. support, coinciding with U.S. officials' efforts in Geneva to present a united front. This remark comes as Trump pushes for acceptance of a controversial peace plan that includes significant territorial concessions from Ukraine.

The G20 summit in Johannesburg concluded without a ceremonial handover to the United States, which boycotted the event, leading to heightened diplomatic tensions. The absence of U.S. representation marked a significant deviation from the traditional transition of leadership among G20 nations.

Former National Security Council member Eugene Vindman has called for the release of a transcript from a 2019 phone call between former President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, particularly in light of the ongoing scrutiny surrounding the assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. This demand has reignited discussions about the U.S.-Saudi relationship and Trump's foreign policy decisions during his presidency.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed confidence in the U.S. economy, stating in an interview with 'Meet the Press' that he does not foresee a recession in 2026, despite some sectors showing signs of economic strain. He emphasized his optimism regarding future economic performance.

The Kyiv suburb of Bucha, marked by mass graves and the scars of Russian occupation, is grappling with a sense of betrayal as a U.S.-led peace proposal suggests a blanket amnesty for war criminals. This proposal has left residents, who have endured significant trauma, feeling abandoned and anxious about the implications for justice and accountability.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that he does not foresee a recession in the U.S. by 2026, expressing confidence in the economy during a recent interview. He acknowledged some sectors are experiencing economic strain but remains optimistic about overall recovery.

Ukraine and several Western allies convened in Geneva to deliberate on a U.S. peace proposal aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia, which includes significant concessions to Moscow. This meeting highlights the complexities of international diplomacy in the context of the war that has persisted since Russia's invasion nearly four years ago.

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Senator Amy Klobuchar criticized former President Trump's proposed 28-point peace plan for Ukraine, asserting that it is excessively favorable to Russia and lacks accountability for Russian actions in the ongoing conflict. Klobuchar's remarks reflect growing concerns among U.S. lawmakers regarding the implications of the plan for Ukraine's sovereignty.