Trump hires Scaramucci as Communications Director

Donald Trump has hired financier Anthony Scaramucci as his communications director, a White House official said. Scaramucci, 53, a campaign fundraiser for Trump and regular adviser during the presidential transition, has been mentioned for multiple jobs in the administration, most recently as ambassador to the Paris-based Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. He's also been considered as head of the White House Office of Public Engagement.