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Who is Natalie Harp? Trump's executive assistant explained
On August 16, Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff criticized President Donald Trump's travel habits during an Atlanta campaign speech, claiming Trump would rather "travel with Natalie" than perform presidential duties, referring to executive assistant Natalie Harp.
Harp first gained national attention in 2019 as a public advocate for the federal "Right to Try" Act, eventually transitioning from television host to a constant presence in Trump's inner circle as executive assistant.
Known as the "human printer," Harp frequently carries a portable printer to provide Trump with hard copies of news articles and social media posts while managing his Truth Social presence and accompanying him on most trips.
White House communications director Steven Cheung responded by mocking Ossoff as "Pee-wee Herman," accusing the senator of "denigrating hard working people serving their country" and launching personal attacks.
Scrutiny of Harp intensified following a July security operation in Turkey where she accompanied Trump during a secret aircraft transfer; her estranged brother, Preston Harp, recently characterized her devotion as an "unhealthy obsession.
Senator's comment threw discreet advisor at the spotlights and caused White House insults to the democrat and journalists. Natalie Harp is considered one of the "most loyal" people to Trump.