Trump’s inner circle scrambles to lawyer up with ‘target on their backs’ after elections as Democrats plot investigations avalanche

Trump administration officials, from Cabinet members to mid-level staff, are seeking independent lawyers ahead of November’s midterm elections. They are preparing for possible congressional investigations if Democrats regain control of either chamber, and want counsel focused on their individual interests.

Democratic lawmakers have already sent letters to officials and people close to Trump, signalling possible areas of inquiry, including renovations at the Kennedy Center. Lawyers say officials are racing to secure representation because conflict-of-interest rules may prevent one firm from representing multiple staffers. The White House dismissed the prospect of a Democratic takeover and described the reports as a false narrative; meanwhile, Trump has appointed former personal lawyer Will Scharf as White House counsel and Katie Bailey to lead legislative affairs.