Anthony Scaramucci
Republican Former Administration
Summary
Former White House communications director who later called Trump a 'clear and present danger' and described his behavior as early-stage fascism, and helped launch the pro-Biden Right Side PAC.
In Their Own Words
Key Statements
“
We recognize that the president is a clear and present danger to the American society—the American culture.
Fox News interview with Howard Kurtz
“
He may not have early-stage dementia, but he definitely has early-stage fascism.
Vanity Fair New Establishment Summit
“
He's going to get impeached.
Vanity Fair New Establishment Summit
Timeline
July 21, 2017
Appointed White House Communications Director
Joined Trump administration
July 31, 2017
Fired after 11 days
Shortest tenure in the role
August 18, 2019
Called Trump a 'clear and present danger'
Public break with Trump on national TV
June 17, 2020
Helped launch Right Side PAC to support Joe Biden
Organized anti-Trump Republican effort
Why This Matters
Credibility & Background
Positions Held
- White House Communications Director (2017)
- Founder, SkyBridge Capital
- Goldman Sachs investment banker
Analysis
Reasons for Opposition
- 01 Called Trump a 'clear and present danger' to American society
- 02 Described Trump's behavior as early-stage fascism
- 03 Supported efforts to defeat Trump in 2020
Documentation
Sources
News August 18, 2019
Anthony Scaramucci: The Left Should ‘Deprogram’ Trump Supporters Like They’re in a ‘Cult’
https://www.newsweek.com/scaramucci-trump-cult-deprogram-1454931
News October 22, 2019
Anthony Scaramucci Predicts Trump Will Be Impeached and Removed From Office
https://www.thewrap.com/anthony-scaramucci-predicts-trump-will-be-impeached-and-removed-from-office/
News June 17, 2020
GOP Operatives Launch PAC To Convince Republicans To Vote For Biden
https://www.forbes.com/sites/tommybeer/2020/06/17/gop-operatives-launch-pac-to-convince-republicans-to-vote-for-biden/
Explore the full list of Republican officials, military leaders, and former staff who have spoken out against Trump.