Meet the highest-paid Trump staffers — and see how their salaries compare

What happened: A White House salary report shared with Congress on July 1 lists the pay of staff in the president's executive office, including top aides, advisors, and legal counsel. Key numbers: Top staffers earn up to $197,200 annually. The president's salary is $400,000. The average American made $72,800 in 2025, per the Social Security Administration. Why it matters: The report shows government salaries can fall below private sector pay but far exceed the national average income, with policy advisors and legal counsel among the highest compensated.

A White House salary report shared with Congress on July 1 lists the pay of staff in the president's executive office, including top aides, advisors, and legal counsel.

The report shows government salaries can fall below private sector pay but far exceed the national average income, with policy advisors and legal counsel among the highest compensated.