Scott Bessent Accuses Supposed European Ally Of Putting ‘American Lives At Risk’

1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claimed Wednesday that Madrid “put American lives at risk” when it halted the U.S. from using jointly operated military bases in Spain to launch attacks against Iran. President Donald…

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