Trump's new White House counsel could soon face a subpoena fight
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that Will Scharf will become the White House counsel on September 1. Scharf’s role will be important as Congress may issue many legal demands, called subpoenas, especially if Democrats gain control of the House in the upcoming midterm elections.Key Facts
- Will Scharf currently works as the White House staff secretary.
- He will replace David Warrington as White House counsel.
- Scharf has worked on Trump’s Supreme Court immunity case.
- Todd Blanche, another former Trump lawyer, recently became attorney general.
- The White House counsel gives legal advice to the president and senior officials.
- This role is key during conflicts with Congress, such as investigations and subpoenas.
- Democrats are preparing to issue many subpoenas if they win the November elections.
- Scharf also chairs the National Capital Planning Commission related to a halted White House ballroom project.
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