Trump appoints staff secretary Will Scharf as new White House counsel
Donald Trump has appointed Will Scharf, his current staff secretary, as the new White House counsel effective September 1. Scharf, who previously served as a federal prosecutor and represented Trump in legal cases, will replace David Warrington.
Why it matters
The appointment of a loyalist with a background in Trump's legal defense signals a focus on managing potential future investigations and legal challenges within the administration.
Will Scharf in the Oval Office with the president last week. Will Scharf in the Oval Office with the president last week. Donald Trump Trump appoints staff secretary Will Scharf as new White House counsel Scharf, who helped president win approval for $400m ballroom, to replace David Warrington on 1 September
Prefer the Guardian on Google Donald Trump announced on Sunday that Will Scharf, the staff secretary who helped secure approval for the $400m White House ballroom project, will become White House counsel and assistant to the president.
Effective 1 September, Scharf will replace David Warrington, who will be leaving the administration to join the private sector. Warrington formerly served as a personal counsel and a lawyer for Trump’s 2024 campaign.
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