Trump governs America through his inner circle of confidants.

However, that circle is narrowing. There are people who were thought to be close confidants, but in the end, they turn out to be unpopular with the White House.

New White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci (right) and White House press secretary Sarah Sanders at a press briefing on July 21 (US time). Photo: Reuters

On July 22, Sarah Sanders, 34, was appointed White House Secretary. The departure of her predecessor, Sean Spicer, was unexpected but had been anticipated.

According to American media reports, Spicer's resignation stemmed from disagreements with US President Donald Trump's decision to appoint Anthony Scaramucci as communications director.

"Spicer was never a Trump man," CNN commented. He was only brought into the White House at the urging of Reince Priebus, chairman of the Republican National Committee and later White House Chief of Staff.

"But Scaramucci is the opposite; he's from New York and works at Goldman Sachs, just like many of Trump's other close advisors," CNN wrote.

Trump has always tried to keep his inner circle, both in business and politics, small. However, that circle is shrinking. Some people, thought to be close confidants, have ultimately fallen out of favor with the White House. A prime example is Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who had been a fervent supporter of Trump during the election campaign.

The decision to appoint Scaramucci shed more light on the matter. Disillusioned with those he once trusted within the government, Trump began turning back to those closest to him: family and long-time allies.

According to CNN, Trump's decision to choose Scaramucci was supported by his daughter Ivanka Trump and son-in-law Jared Kushner, both of whom are senior advisors to their father at the White House.

"I think it's important that we let the president express his personality. That's part of my job," Scaramucci said at his first press conference in his new role on July 21 (US time). The new White House communications director affirmed that this was something he had emphasized when speaking with President Trump.

It remains unclear whether Scaramucci's "Let Trump Be Trump" campaign will make any difference compared to the first six months of Trump's presidency. Time will tell whether the White House is pleased or disappointed with this individual.

But remember one thing: President Trump isn't the type to be controlled. "He prefers being surrounded by loyal, obedient people rather than a group constantly telling him what he should or shouldn't do," CNN commented.

According to Tuoi Tre newspaper