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POLITICS · AUG 14, 2026

Natalie Harp Emerges as Potential White House Press Secretary

President Donald Trump is considering aide Natalie Harp to replace departing Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt despite warnings from the Secret Service.

President Donald Trump is considering several candidates to replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who will depart her role at the end of August. Among the top contenders is Natalie Harp, a 35-year-old aide known as the human printer for her management of the president's communications and social media. Other names under consideration include Anny Kelly, Alina Habba, and Scott Jennings.

Harp's candidacy comes amid reports of an intense and controversial relationship with the president. Her brother, Preston Harp, has characterized their bond as very unhealthy, and reports indicate Harp has written notes to Trump stating, "You are all that matters to me."

Despite these personal concerns, the United States Secret Service has reportedly identified Harp as a potential danger to both herself and the president. Trump has nonetheless kept Harp in his inner circle, recently selecting her to accompany him on a secure getaway jet during a NATO summit in Turkey to avoid assassination threats.


Reported across 3 outlets
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Donald TrumpNatalie HarpKaroline LeavittUnited States Secret Service

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