CNN Natalie Harp Report Sparks Backlash

A CNN profile of Trump aide Natalie Harp drew attacks from Trump allies and right-wing media.

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White House aide Natalie Harp, 35, drew renewed scrutiny after Sen. Jon Ossoff of Georgia raised questions about her closeness to President Donald Trump and her role in his communications. Harp, one of Trump’s longest-serving aides, types his Truth Social posts, serves as a channel for outside information and has texted world leaders on his behalf. Her estranged brother, Preston Harp, said in a television interview that she has an “unhealthy obsession” with Trump and cited an episode involving a car trunk. Eric Trump defended Harp, calling her deeply committed.

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Defenders overreactedLeans Left

Eric Trump and MAGA loyalists responded too aggressively to criticism of Natalie Harp. Their backlash turned scrutiny of Harp’s devotion to Trump and CNN’s interview with her estranged brother into an exaggerated grievance campaign.

Anti-Trump smearLeans Right

CNN and other media outlets are unfairly attacking Natalie Harp to create a damaging Trump-related scandal. The accusations and insinuations about her behavior and relationship with Trump are false, sleazy, and politically motivated.