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August 10, 2026 / 10:29 AM EDT
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Washington — President Trump says White House staff secretary Will Scharf, his aide who oversees his flow of information, paperwork and executive orders, will be the next White House counsel. Scharf will replace current White House counsel, David Warrington, on Sept. 1, the president announced Sunday on Truth Social, as Warrington transitions to the private sector. Scharf's most visible role in the White House is as the man who hands the president executive orders to sign and explains aloud what he is signing. He is also the chair of the National Capital Planning Commission, which is overseeing projects like the president's triumphal arch. "Will is Tough, Strong, and Smart! He also loves our Country, and respects the Law," the president wrote. "Will Scharf will do a great job as White House Counsel!"
