Anthony Scaramucci, who once held the position of White House communications director, recently shared insights into his last phone call with Donald Trump in 2019. Scaramucci initially believed the call would be a routine holiday salutation, but it swiftly morphed into an intense discussion concerning the independence of the press. During this exchange, Trump reportedly accused Scaramucci of being part of the 'deep state,' a moment that Scaramucci identifies as the definitive end of their direct interactions.
Following his brief, 11-day stint in the Trump administration back in 2017—a period that humorously gave rise to the phrase 'a Scaramucci' to denote an 11-day span—Scaramucci has significantly rebuilt his career in the financial sector. At the helm of SkyBridge Capital, he has successfully steered the firm, notably diversifying its portfolio with substantial investments in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Solana. By the close of 2024, his firm was managing $2.6 billion in assets, contributing to his reported net worth of $150 million to $200 million, largely derived from these investments and his financial management expertise.
Despite the personal and political friction, Scaramucci has not shied away from commenting on Trump's political trajectory. Earlier this year, he commended Trump's potential return to the White House as an extraordinary political resurgence. While acknowledging Trump's 'smart and clever' political tactics, he has also voiced criticism, particularly regarding Trump's economic policies, such as tariffs, and notably described the launch of a Trump-associated meme coin as an act of 'Idi Amin-level corruption.'
The narrative of Anthony Scaramucci, from a key figure in a presidential administration to a crypto investment mogul, underscores the dynamic nature of personal and professional relationships in the public eye. His journey exemplifies how individuals can navigate complex political landscapes, recover from setbacks, and continue to engage with and critique public figures, ultimately contributing to a more robust and multifaceted public discourse.