US Treasury secretary says short-term economic pain worth long-term security

US Treasury Secretary said a “small bit of economic pain” was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals. — Covered by 1 source.

Jerry S.

April 14, 2026

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US Treasury Secretary said a “small bit of economic pain” was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals.

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