| Source | Latest linked headline | Age |
|---|---|---|
| The Hill News | TRUMP NAMES WILL SCHARF AS NEW WHITE HOUSE COUNSEL | 3 hrs ago |
| JPost.com - The Jerusalem Post - | TRUMP NAMES JEWISH WILL SCHARF AS NEW WHITE HOUSE COUNSEL, ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT | 1 hr ago |
| NYT > Top Stories | TRUMP NAMES WILL SCHARF AS WHITE HOUSE COUNSEL | 34 mins ago |
| US news | The Guardian | TRUMP APPOINTS STAFF SECRETARY WILL SCHARF AS NEW WHITE HOUSE COUNSEL | 3 hrs ago |
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that Will Scharf, the current Staff Secretary, will become the White House counsel. The appointment will take effect on September 1, replacing David Warrington, who has served in the role since Trump’s inauguration and is moving to the private sector.
According to The Hill News, Trump posted the change on Truth Social, describing Scharf as "Tough, Strong, …". The Associated Press and The Guardian both reported the same announcement, noting that the transition reflects a shake‑up of the key legal position within the administration. Scharf’s new responsibilities will include advising the president on all legal matters, a role previously held by Warrington.
The White House counsel is the president’s chief legal adviser and plays a crucial role in shaping policy, ensuring compliance with the law, and handling legal crises. Replacing the long‑time incumbent signals a shift in the administration’s legal strategy.