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Natalie Harp’s Devotion to Trump
New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman explains the unprecedented role of Natalie Harp, a loyal aide to Donald Trump, who has become a constant presence in his orbit and a key conduit for information.
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In a recent episode of The Daily, New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman shed light on the increasingly prominent and unusual role of Natalie Harp, a close aide to former President Donald Trump. Harp, once a relatively unknown figure, has become a constant presence in Trump’s world, raising questions about her influence and the nature of her devotion.
Who is Natalie Harp?
Natalie Harp, a 35-year-old gatekeeper, has been a fixture in Trump’s orbit for several years. Haberman, who co-authored the book "Regime Change" with Jonathan Swan, delved into Harp's background and her journey to becoming one of Trump's closest confidantes. Harp initially gained recognition among her colleagues as the "human printer" due to her habit of carrying a portable printer and consistently providing Trump with positive news and information she believed he should be aware of. This role has evolved significantly, and she is now frequently in the news, particularly after being one of the very few people on the military jet with Trump when he flew out of Turkey, departing the NATO summit, while the press corps and most other aides were on a decoy jet.
Her public profile further escalated when Senator Jon Ossoff made a veiled reference to her during a speech, implying a relationship with Trump that went beyond professional boundaries. This was followed by late-night comedians picking up on the story, and her name becoming a recurring fixture in pop culture and mainstream news, with headlines like "Who the heck is Natalie?" and "New details about Trump's powerful aide Natalie Harp."
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