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Trump Appoints Orthodox Jew Will Scharf as White House Legal Advisor
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 7 hours ago
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President Trump promoted Will Scharf, an Orthodox Jew and former federal prosecutor, to White House Legal Advisor. Scharf, known for his religious observance and legal expertise, will advise on constitutional and legal matters. He previously helped with Supreme Court confirmations and served as White House Staff Secretary.
- 01Will Scharf promoted to White House Legal Advisor by President Trump.
- 02Scharf is an Orthodox Jew who observes daily tefillin and keeps kosher.
- 03He played a key role in Supreme Court cases on presidential immunity.
- 04Previously involved in Kavanaugh and Barrett Supreme Court confirmations.
- 05Scharf will advise on pardons, judicial appointments, and congressional investigations.
- 06Trump praised Scharf’s legal skills and patriotism publicly.
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