Trump Officials Become Laughingstock Online After Dinner Drama

A recent private dinner in Georgetown for high-ranking officials from the Trump administration devolved into a heated argument, culminating in Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatening to physically confront Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte, declaring, “I’m gonna punch you in your f—ing face.” This incident has fueled criticism of President Donald Trump’s administration, portraying it as disordered and attention-seeking.The altercation occurred at the Executive Branch, a private club co-owned by donor Omeed Malik, during a gathering celebrating venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya's birthday. Approximately 30 Cabinet members were present, including Secretaries Duffy, Lutnick, and Gabbard.Eyewitness reports suggested Bessent approached Pulte with aggression, accusing him of betrayal. As tensions escalated, Malik intervened to diffuse the situation, allowing the dinner to continue, albeit with the two men seated apart.This confrontation highlighted ongoing friction between Bessent and Pulte, particularly regarding economic policies and staffing changes at housing agencies.