President-elect Donald Trump announced the appointment of David A. Warrington to serve as the White House Counsel on Wednesday.
In a statement posted on Truth Social, Trump expressed his pride in nominating Warrington, emphasising his extensive legal expertise and experience as a trusted advisor throughout Trump’s career.
Warrington, a veteran attorney, has represented Trump both personally and in the capacity of General Counsel for his 2016 presidential campaign.
Currently a partner at the Dhillon Law Group, Warrington has built a renowned reputation in civil litigation, white-collar defence, and political law. He previously served as the President of the Republican National Lawyers Association and has appeared in several high-profile legal cases, including complex litigation and federal appellate court arguments.
In addition to his legal acumen, Warrington’s career is marked by his military service as a US Marine Corps veteran. His educational background includes magna cum laude honours from both Georgetown University and the George Mason University School of Law.
Trump praised Warrington’s role in defending the Trump campaign and his efforts to represent First Amendment rights. Warrington’s extensive experience in campaign finance, defamation, trade secrets, and government subpoenas, including his representation of individuals targeted by the House January 6th Committee, solidified his position as a key figure in the new administration’s legal team.
Warrington’s nomination replaces Bill McGinley, who will now focus on leading the Department of Government Efficiency. McGinley’s transition to that role follows his involvement in Trump’s first term, where he served as Cabinet Secretary and the Republican National Committee’s election watchdog.
In his announcement, Trump reiterated that Warrington would play a pivotal role in advising the president and ensuring the White House runs efficiently, reinforcing his dedication to supporting conservative values and defending the America First agenda.