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Trump Ejects Staffer for Disrupting Press Conference
8/26/2025
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Story summary
- On August 25, 2025, Donald Trump removed White House staff secretary Will Scharf from the Oval Office for disrupting a press conference with a loud cell phone.
- Trump has a history of responding strongly to interruptions, previously ejecting staff for similar behavior.
- He underscored the need for focus during public appearances.
