President Donald Trump has named Will Scharf as his new White House counsel, replacing David Warrington effective September 1. According to multiple reports, Scharf will serve as the top lawyer advising on legal issues, reviewing legislation, and coordinating responses to lawsuits.
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President Donald Trump has named Will Scharf as his new White House counsel, replacing David Warrington effective September 1. Scharf will advise on legal issues and coordinate responses to lawsuits. He previously served as White House staff secretary and was part of Trump's legal team in the presidential immunity case before the Supreme Court.
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| Claim | Status | Reason | |
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| Scharfs Role | Broad Agreement | White House counsel advising on legal issues | |
| Start Date | Broad Agreement | Effective September 1 |
Scharfs Role
Broad AgreementWhite House counsel advising on legal issues
Start Date
Broad AgreementEffective September 1
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Scharf previously served as White House staff secretary and chairman of the National Capital Planning Commission. He was part of Trump's legal team in the presidential immunity case before the Supreme Court, which ruled that presidents have broad immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts.
The appointment comes months ahead of the midterm elections, with Democrats pledging to investigate Trump and his administration if they gain control of Congress. Scharf has been closely involved in one of the Trump administration's most controversial projects: a $400 million White House ballroom. A federal appeals court ruled that construction on the project must stop because it requires explicit congressional approval.
Scharf's ties to Trump stretch back to his first term, where he worked on the confirmation of federal judges, including Supreme Court Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett. His appointment continues a pattern of Trump elevating lawyers who previously represented him.
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