Scott Bessent Treasury Secretary Reshaping US Currency and Finance

# SEO Optimized Podcast Description **Secretary of the Treasury Podcast: Scott Bessent's Historic Currency Changes, Fraud Crackdown & Digital Asset Reforms** Discover the latest Treasury Department news in this episode of the Secretary of the Treasury podcast, hosted by Marc. Learn about Scott Bessent's groundbreaking initiatives reshaping U.S. finance and policy. **Key Topics Covered:** - **Historic Currency Change**: President Trump's signature will appear on U.S. paper money for the first time, alongside Treasury Secretary Bessent, marking a break from 165 years of tradition. Starting June 2026 with the Bureau of Engraving and Printing's 100-bill rollout. - **Medicare & Medicaid Fraud Crackdown**: FinCEN's latest advisory targets organized crime exploiting federal programs. Learn about the new whistleblower program offering 10-30% of penalties, plus why suspicious activity reports jumped 20% in 2025. - **Digital Assets & AML Compliance**: Treasury's GENIUS Act report proposes tech-neutral anti-money laundering rules to combat ransomware, North Korea threats, and DeFi vulnerabilities. - **Tax Deadline Extension**: IRS extends May 15, 2026 deadline for DHS personnel affected by government shutdown. - **Financial Literacy Initiatives**: New guidance on the Johnson Amendment and First Amendment protections for religious organizations. Stay informed on Treasury Secretary Bessent's policy changes, federal regulations, and financial compliance updates. Perfect for finance professionals, accountants, and policy enthusiasts. **A Quiet Please Production** | Subscribe for more Treasury and financial policy insights.