Trump picks lawyer William Owen Scharf to serve in White House
President-elect Donald Trump has made an announcement regarding the appointment of William Owen Scharf, a lawyer who has been a crucial part of his legal team, to serve as Assistant to the President and White House Staff Secretary in the upcoming administration. In a statement released by Trump, he expressed his pleasure in having Scharf join his White House team, highlighting his legal expertise and the key role he played in combating the Election Interference and Lawfare aimed at him, including securing a historic Immunity Decision in the Supreme Court. Trump also expressed confidence in Scharf’s abilities to contribute to the administration’s efforts to “Make America Great Again.”
Scharf, a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He has previously clerked for two federal appeals court judges and has worked as a federal prosecutor and at a conservative public relations firm, CRC Advisors. Additionally, Scharf has served as an assistant U.S. Attorney in St. Louis and worked for Missouri Governor Eric Greitens.
Despite a recent unsuccessful bid for Missouri attorney general in the Republican primary, where he lost to incumbent Andrew Bailey, Scharf’s appointment has been met with praise from Trump. The President-elect took to social media to announce Scharf’s new position shortly before revealing his pick for secretary of energy, Chris Wright, on Saturday night.
Wright, the CEO of Liberty Energy, was lauded by Trump for his role in launching the American Shale Revolution, which contributed to American Energy Independence and reshaped global energy markets and geopolitics. The appointments of Scharf and Wright underscore Trump’s commitment to assembling a team of experienced and capable individuals to lead his administration.
In conclusion, the selection of William Owen Scharf as Assistant to the President and White House Staff Secretary reflects Trump’s dedication to surrounding himself with talented professionals who can help advance his agenda. Scharf’s legal background and experience make him a valuable addition to the administration, and his appointment is a testament to Trump’s vision for the future of the country.
Andrea Margolis is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. Readers can send story tips to andrea.margolis@fox.com.
