Trump Names Aide for Role as New White House Counsel in Surprise Move
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that Assistant to the President and White House Staff Secretary Will Scharf will take over as White House Counsel soon. This move comes after the departure of the current White House Counsel, who's identity is not specified in the announcement.
President Donald Trump announced in a Sunday Truth Social post that assistant to the president and White House staff secretary Will Scharf will soon serve as White House counsel. This move comes after John Bolton's departure from the role last month. As White House counsel, Scharf will be responsible for representing the administration in legal matters and advising the President on policy issues. The appointment marks a significant shift in Trump's White House staff.