White House lashes out after Senator Ossoff targets Trump aide Natalie Harp

Published Aug 17, 06:05 PM UTC

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Senator John Ossoff publicly questioned President Trump's close relationship with his 34-year-old assistant Natalie Harp at an Atlanta rally, prompting a furious response from the White House. Ossoff implied Trump prioritizes traveling with Harp over his duties, referencing a secret flight from Turkey where Harp accompanied Trump while other officials remained on a Qatari-gifted Air Force One amid Iranian strike concerns. White House Communications Director Steven Cheung and spokesperson Davis Ingle launched personal and homophobic insults at Ossoff. The article notes Harp's relationship with Trump has long been scrutinized, including reports of love letters and her brother calling it 'very unhealthy.' The incident may trigger further media investigation into their relationship.

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The New RepublicWestern

Original headline: White House Takes the Bait as Ossoff Targets Trump Aide Natalie Harp

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