Who was the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury?
John Jay
Samuel Adams
Alexander Hamilton
John Hancock
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Alexander Hamilton, the first U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's financial system. He introduced a series of measures to establish a sound economy, including the creation of the national bank, assumption of state debts, and implementation of tariffs. Hamilton's vision and policies laid the foundation for the economic prosperity of the young nation.
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