Outgoing Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed concern about fiscal sustainability and the need to decrease the deficit during remarks at the Wall Street Journal's CEO Council Summit.
Key Points
Yellen expressed concern about fiscal sustainability and the need to reduce the deficit
The national debt has surpassed $36 trillion
President-elect Trump appointed Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary
Pros
Addressing the importance of fiscal sustainability
Highlighting the need to decrease the deficit to manage higher interest rates
Providing insight into the economic challenges faced during President Joe Biden's tenure