Will Scharf Appointed as New White House Counsel
Donald Trump has officially appointed Will Scharf as the new White House Counsel. Scharf will take office on September 1, taking over the position from David Warrington. The US President described the new appointee as a tough and smart professional, highlighting his background as a federal prosecutor and his work on Trump’s personal legal defense team.
The incoming counsel possesses extensive experience across both government institutions and private legal practice. He served as an assistant federal prosecutor in St. Louis in 2020. Later, the attorney joined Donald Trump’s defense team, representing him in the landmark presidential immunity case. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the US president in 2024, concluding this major legal battle.
Since January 2025, he has worked as the White House Staff Secretary, coordinating administrative processes and documentation. Earlier this year, Scharf also became the chairman of the National Capital Planning Commission, overseeing federal development in Washington. During Trump’s first term, he actively supported the successful Supreme Court confirmations of Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett.
In his new role, the incoming Counsel will advise the president on constitutional matters and review administration decisions. This appointment comes just months before the midterm elections, anticipating potential congressional investigations if the political balance shifts. The decision reflects the president’s strategy of elevating trusted lawyers who previously defended his personal interests to key government roles.
