POLITICSDivergence Score:Aligned08/10/26

Will Scharf Named White House Counsel

Trump named staff secretary Will Scharf as the next White House Counsel, replacing David Warrington.

Photo: Daily Wire

FRAMING Washington Post emphasized Longtime Aide Promotion; Daily Wire emphasized Immunity Win Architect.

WHAT BOTH SIDES REPORT

▸Warrington's departure is effective September 1, per Trump's Truth Social announcement. — Daily Wire, Washington Post

LEFT / CENTER-LEFT

▸Washington Post noted Warrington is leaving for the private sector. — Washington Post

RIGHT / CENTER-RIGHT

▸Daily Wire highlighted Scharf's role as a lawyer behind Trump's Supreme Court immunity victory. — Daily Wire
▸Daily Wire noted Warrington is a Marine veteran. — Daily Wire

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