Nicholas F. Brady
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury
Born
April 11th, 1930
95 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 68th United States Secretary of the Treasury from 1988 to 1993. During tenure, played a key role in managing U.S. economic policy and financial matters. Oversaw the implementation of the 1990 Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, which aimed to reduce the federal deficit. Actively participated in the negotiations for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), shaping trade relations with Canada and Mexico. Engaged in efforts to stabilize the economy during a time of recession and encouraged fiscal responsibility within the government.
Served as U.S. Secretary of the Treasury
Implemented the 1990 Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act
Negotiated NAFTA agreements
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