Yesterday, Trump erupted in anger at Sen. Jon Ossoff, with the White House accusing the Georgia Democrat of taking a cheap shot at the president.
Natalie Harp, Trump’s personal aide, has gained attention on social media. Known for always carrying a bag near Trump, some of the president’s critics have baselessly speculated that Harp’s role involves carrying Trump’s adult diapers.
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Harp is undeniably a close aide to Trump. She was among those evacuated from Turkey with Trump when he sought refuge in a food truck out of fear, allegedly instigated by Netanyahu.
According to Semafor, Trump becomes enraged by comments similar to those made by Ossoff:
Ossoff’s remark that Trump “wants to build his ballroom and travel with Natalie” was perceived as “a cheap shot,” noted one administration official.
Harp’s closeness to Trump has unsettled some of his aides, leading to unfounded rumors about their relationship.
An individual close to the White House mentioned that Harp “will ultimately jump the highest out of anyone in the room when he says jump,” suggesting that the vigorous backlash is partly because “the first lady doesn’t like these types of things” and Trump “does get furious” over personal matters.
A president known for taking jabs at those around him struggles to handle criticism directed back at him.
Sen. Ossoff responded to Trump during an event on Tuesday.
