Who Was Secretary of the Treasury in 2017
Steven Mnuchin was sworn in as the 77th United States Secretary of the Treasury on February 13, 2017. He was nominated by President Donald Trump and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. In this role, he led the Department of the Treasury and advised the president on domestic and international financial matters.
Main Responsibilities and Priorities
The Secretary of the Treasury oversees federal finances, manages government revenue, and supervises federal financial agencies. During 2017, Mnuchin focused on tax reform, financial regulation, and international economic policy. He also represented the United States in meetings of the G7 and G20 finance ministers.
Background and Key Context
Before his cabinet role, Mnuchin had a career in finance and investment. His tenure coincided with debates over the Dodd-Frank Act, tax legislation, and Treasury market operations. For background on the office, see the official Department of the Treasury website U.S. Treasury Leadership.
