Trump appoints staff secretary Will Scharf as new White House counsel

Donald Trump announced that Will Scharf will serve as the new White House counsel and assistant to the president, effective September 1st, succeeding David Warrington. Scharf, who previously worked as staff secretary and helped secure approval for the $400 million White House ballroom project, also has experience as a federal prosecutor and represented Trump in legal cases.

This appointment comes just months before the midterm elections and at a critical juncture for the administration. The White House counsel’s office plays a crucial role in advising on legal matters, handling presidential pardons, judicial appointments, and managing investigations and lawsuits.

Scharf’s prior involvement with the National Capital Planning Commission, which approved the controversial ballroom project, has been highlighted, despite a federal appeals court ruling that construction must halt pending Congressional approval.

• Will Scharf appointed as White House counsel and assistant to the president, effective September 1st.
• Scharf replaces David Warrington, who is leaving for the private sector.
• Scharf has prior experience as a federal prosecutor and represented Trump in several cases.
• He led the National Capital Planning Commission, which approved the $400 million White House ballroom project.
• The appointment occurs ahead of the midterm elections and potential Democratic investigations.
• The White House counsel’s office advises on legal issues, manages pardons, appointments, and investigations.