Michael Faulkender
Michael Faulkender is a senior official at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, where he serves as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Affairs. He has been involved in various economic and financial matters, particularly in the context of international relations and trade. Recently, he was mentioned in the news due to his role in the Treasury amid the Trump administration's ambitious goal of negotiating 90 trade agreements within 90 days.
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One of Bessent’s allies, Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender, then took over as acting commissioner.
Trump ousts Billy Long as IRS commissioner, names Bessent acting head
United States· 2025-08-08
Michael Faulkender is the Deputy Secretary of the Treasury who commented on the sanctions against Myanmar.
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Hungary· 2025-08-05
Michael Faulkender, the Deputy Treasury Secretary, downplayed the risks of market disruption due to the sanctions.
Les Etats-Unis prennent des sanctions contre une flotte commerciale liée aux dirigeants iraniens
France· 2025-07-30
Michael Faulkender is the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Treasury and commented on the negotiation topics.
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Hong Kong· 2025-07-23
Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender on Wednesday indicated that even if tariffs kicked into effect, negotiations could continue beyond the August deadline.
Trump Unveils New Tariff Rates, Including 50% Levy on Brazil
Taiwan· 2025-07-11
Michael Faulkender is the Undersecretary of the Treasury who commented on the implications of the accusations against Mexican banks.
Acusa EU de narcolavado a dos bancos y a Vector, de Alfonso Romo
Mexico· 2025-06-27
Michael Faulkender stated that the accusations prevent the financial institutions from conducting certain transactions.
“No hay ninguna prueba” en acusación de Estados Unidos contra instituciones financieras mexicanas, dice Claudia Sheinbaum | Internacional | Noticias
Ecuador· 2025-06-27
Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender told reporters that the action against Vector underscores the significance of their actions.
US targets three Mexican financial institutions under fentanyl sanctions
Guyana· 2025-06-26
Michael Faulkender, the Undersecretary of the Treasury, stated that the institutions are accused of playing a vital role in money laundering for Mexican cartels.
Departamento del Tesoro de EE. UU. acusa a tres instituciones financieras mexicanas de lavar dinero para cárteles
Guatemala· 2025-06-26Michael Faulkender, the Undersecretary of the Treasury, stated that the measures will prevent the institutions from doing business with the U.S.
Estados Unidos acusa a estas tres instituciones financieras mexicanas de lavar dinero para cárteles de la droga
Costa Rica· 2025-06-26
Michael Faulkender stated that the institutions in Mexico played a vital role in laundering money for drug cartels.
EE.UU. acusa a tres instituciones financieras mexicanas de lavar dinero para cárteles - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-06-26Michael Faulkender, the Under Secretary of the Treasury, provided examples of how these institutions collaborate with cartels to launder money.
Estados Unidos sanciona a tres instituciones financieras mexicanas acusadas de lavar dinero para cárteles | Internacional | NoticiasEcuador· 2025-06-25Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Michael Faulkender emphasized the U.S. commitment to disrupting the Houthis' financial activities.
Oil prices expected to rise after U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear sitesUnited States· 2025-06-22
Deputy Secretary Michael Faulkender stated that the administration will continue to fight against cartels and their affiliates.
Sanctioned ‘Demon’ arrested for Buxton shooting incidentGuyana· 2025-06-07
Michael Faulkender stated that the administration is making good progress in trade negotiations.
USA sú blízko k dohode o obchode s niektorými krajinami
Slovakia· 2025-06-03
Misri discussed the issue with deputy secretary of the treasury Michael Faulkender.
Hoping to put Pakistan on grey list, India eyes FATF tango with US | India News
India· 2025-06-01
Deputy treasury secretary Michael Faulkender said on Fox News hours earlier that the US faces a 'simultaneous challenge' of negotiating with the EU as a bloc on tariffs.
Trump extends deadline for tariffs on EU goods after ‘nice call’ with Von der Leyen – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-26
Michael Faulkender is the Acting Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service.
Failure to disclose affiliations in foreign policy activities demand scrutiny of US Congress – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-05-14
Michael Faulkender was tasked with leading efforts out of the Treasury front office until the IRS commissioner is confirmed.
Trump’s IRS nominee awaits confirmation as agency churns through 4 acting leaders this yearUnited States· 2025-05-04
Michael Faulkender was appointed as the acting head of the IRS after Shapley was removed from the role.
Trump Cabinet gives Musk a seemingly friendly send-off — at odds with his tumultuous tenureUnited States· 2025-05-01
Michael Faulkender was appointed to replace Gary Shapley as acting commissioner of the IRS.
The uniting theme of Trump’s presidency? Ineptitude | Robert Reich
United Kingdom· 2025-04-30
Treasury Deputy Secretary Michael Faulkender said the department will continue to leverage its tools and authorities to target those who seek to enable the Houthis’ ability to exploit the people of Yemen.
Houthi-linked vessels targeted by US Treasury to disrupt efforts to fund 'dangerous and destabilizing attacks'United States· 2025-04-28
Michael Faulkender was appointed by Bessent as the IRS director after the dispute with Musk.
Musk protagonizó acalorada 'pelea a gritos' en la Casa Blanca con secretario del Tesoro de Trump: 'Hay desacuerdos'
Colombia· 2025-04-24
Michael Faulkender was the deputy Bessent wanted to lead the IRS.
„Du-te dracu'!”. Ceartă violentă la Casa Albă, sub nasul lui Donald Trump. „Comportamentul lui Elon începe să fie obositor”
Romania· 2025-04-24
Michael Faulkender was the candidate Bessent wanted for the IRS leadership position.
Index - Külföld - Egymásnak esett Elon Musk és a pénzügyminiszter: „Azt hitték, hogy a Fehér Ház folyosóján van birkózó meccsük”Hungary· 2025-04-24Michael Faulkender was the nominee that Scott Bessent wanted for the IRS director position.
Elon Musk 'cãi nhau với Bộ trưởng Tài chính Mỹ' trước mặt ông Trump
Vietnam· 2025-04-24Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender said financial institutions like IBY are critical to the Houthis’ ability to fund attacks.
Trump orders more combat-ready forces into Middle EastUnited States· 2025-04-22
Michael Faulkender will replace Gary Shipley as the IRS commissioner.
امریکی صدر کا انٹرنل ریونیو سروس کمشنر کو تبدیل کرنے کا فیصلہ
Pakistan· 2025-04-19
Michael Faulkender will be taking on the position of acting commissioner of the IRS.
Trump’s pick for acting commissioner is out at IRS days after his appointmentUnited States· 2025-04-18
The Treasury has just one other senior official confirmed by the Senate, Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender.
Trump trade team chases 90 deals in 90 days
Tanzania· 2025-04-12