Trump appoints new White House counsel as legal shake-up continues

US President Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Will Scharf as White House counsel, effective from 1 September. Scharf, who currently serves as staff secretary at the White House, will replace David Warrington in the role, whilst also taking on responsibilities as an assistant to the president.

The appointment marks another significant personnel change in Trump’s administration. The White House counsel position is one of the most senior legal roles in the executive branch, responsible for advising the president on legal matters and overseeing the administration’s legal strategy.

Scharf’s appointment from the staff secretary role suggests continuity within Trump’s inner circle, as he transitions from a position focused on document management and presidential scheduling to one centred on legal counsel. The move underscores the importance Trump places on having trusted advisers in key positions as his administration navigates various legal and political challenges.

Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.