Trump ousts Anthony Scaramucci as communications director

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Anthony Scaramucci

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Anthony Scaramucci.

President Donald Trump removed Anthony Scaramucci as White House communications director Monday after he served in the role for just 10 days, The New York Times and other outlets reported.

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The decision came at the urging of new White House chief of staff John Kelly, the Times reported. The Times said it was unclear whether Scaramucci is leaving the White House altogether or will remain employed in another capacity.

This story is being updated.

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