Paulson said he’s “willing to serve in any capacity” when asked if he would accept a role as treasury secretary.

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Bessent and Paulson are among several names that have been reported in the media as potential candidates for the role in recent days. A final decision rests with Trump, and Reuters was unable to learn whether others had been ruled out or were still in contention.