As of September 1, 2026, President Trump has announced on Truth Social that Will Scharf will replace David Warrington as the new White House counsel. Scharf currently serves as the White House staff secretary, managing the flow of information and key documentation for the President.
Scharf’s responsibilities include presenting executive orders to President Trump and articulating their content. Beyond these duties, he is also the chair of the National Capital Planning Commission, overseeing projects including a significant arch. President Trump lauded Scharf as ‘Tough, Strong, and Smart’ while affirming his suitability for the role of White House Counsel.
Scharf, aged 40, boasts educational credentials from Princeton University and Harvard Law School. His professional background includes serving as an assistant U.S. attorney in Missouri, focused on prosecuting violent crimes between 2020 and 2022.
The role of White House counsel involves providing critical legal guidance to the President and his administration. Scharf’s appointment comes at a pivotal time, as the midterm elections approach, with potential shifts in Congressional power. In 2019, a Democrat-controlled House led to numerous subpoenas and investigations against President Trump, leading to his first impeachment.
This announcement followed closely after Todd Blanche’s confirmation as U.S. attorney general, a position essential for shaping the administration’s legal strategies.
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