Description: (Politician)
Lloyd Bentsen was a prominent American politician who served as a four-term United States Senator from Texas and was the Democratic Party nominee for vice president in 1988. He also held the position of the United States Secretary of the Treasury under President Bill Clinton. Bentsen played a significant role in passing key legislation such as the Employee Retirement Income Security Act and the creation of individual retirement accounts during his time in the Senate. He was known for his impactful contributions to finance and trade policies.