GOP lawmaker says critics have long predicted the US economy's downfall

Fox Business | January 22, 2026 at 08:46 AM UTC
Bullish 75% Confidence
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Key Points

  • Scott Bessent mocked California Governor Gavin Newsom's economic literacy at the World Economic Forum.
  • Rep. Dusty Johnson touted the US economy's 4.3% growth in the last quarter, countering predictions of its downfall.
  • Former President Trump criticized Europe's 'Green New Scam' energy policies, citing reduced electricity generation and high prices in Germany and the UK.
  • Johnson supported Trump's stance on energy, advocating for 'all of the above energy' to create prosperity and criticizing Europe's move away from nuclear, oil, and gas.
  • The discussion touched upon peak inflation under Biden at 9.1%.

AI Summary

The video features Scott Bessent and Rep. Dusty Johnson discussing economic policies at the World Economic Forum. Johnson highlights the US economy's recent 4.3% growth, contrasting it with predictions of downfall. Former President Trump criticizes Europe's 'Green New Scam' energy policies, advocating for affordable, diverse energy sources to foster prosperity.

Model Analysis Breakdown

Model Sentiment Confidence
Gemini 2.5 Flash Bullish 75%
Consensus Bullish 75%