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Treasury secretary talks gas prices, tax cuts during East TN stop to name I-40 bridge after Trump
By William Puckett, Josh Jarnagin at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 9, 2026
· 5 min read
DANDRIDGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stopped in East Tennessee along Interstate 40 near Douglas Lake on Thursday for of an event naming a bridge for President Donald J. Trump. In a one-on-one interview with WVLT anchor Will Puckett, Bessent discussed gas prices, the adm...
Key takeaway Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stopped in East Tennessee along Interstate 40 near Douglas Lake on Thursday for of an event naming a bridge for President Donald J.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The dedication of the President Donald J. Trump Bridge in East Tennessee brings national attention to the region, but for local residents, the discussion of gas prices and tax policies hits closer to home. As U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent meets with gasoline retailers to address the recent price increases, Nashville area commuters will be watching to see if these efforts lead to relief at the pump. The impact of the Working Families Tax Cuts law is also being felt in Davidson County, where nearly half of all filers took advantage of its benefits when filing taxes earlier this year. With millions signing up for "Trump accounts" nationwide, it will be interesting to see how this social benefit is utilized by young people in the Nashville community, and what local organizations or initiatives may be involved in promoting or supporting this program.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? DANDRIDGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stopped in East Tennessee along Interstate 40 near Douglas Lake on Thursday for of an event naming a bridge for President Donald J. Trump. In a one-on-one interview with WVLT anchor Will Puckett, Bessent discussed gas prices, the adm...
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