Trump aide Natalie Harp reacts to ‘human printer’ tag amid security clearance concerns

Natalie Harp, a close aide to Trump, humorously addresses her nickname 'human printer' for printing pro-Trump articles.

Published on: Aug 22, 2026, 21:38:46 IST

By Shweta Kukreti

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Natalie Harp, who is a loyal aide to Donald Trump, has commented on her unusual nickname of “human printer” in several letters addressed to the President.

Natalie Harp, dubbed 'human printer' for her pro-Trump article printing, has gained attention for her Ivanka-esque style. (AFP)

In certain communications, Harp alludes to the ironic nickname that her colleagues from the Trump administration supposedly assigned to her. This nickname was earned because of her tendency to print pro-Trump news articles for the president, who is said to prefer physical copies over digital formats.

Natalie Harp steals limelight

The 35-year-old Harp, who became part of Trump's team in 2024, was relatively unknown beyond Trump's close associates. However, in the past few weeks, she has become one of the most talked-about figures in Washington. Observers in Washington have noted that Harp seems to have modeled her personal style after that of Trump's cherished daughter, Ivanka.

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Last week, it came to light that during a security operation at Ankara airport, Trump was discreetly transported off Air Force One in a catering truck to shield him from would-be assassins. At the same time, Harp was moved to Trump's plane, while Marco Rubio and several other high-ranking cabinet officials, along with the entire White House press corps, remained behind as decoys.

Natalie Harp addresses ‘human printer’ nickname

In a recently disclosed letter addressed to Trump, she said: "You are all that matters to me," and "I don't want to ever let you down."

The communication further disclosed Harp's sentiments regarding the label “the human printer.” “I don't have to be 'human printer'. I could take time to enjoy good conversation, and still get all my work done at the end of the day," she said.

Concerns over Natalie Harp's security clearance

Meanwhile, concerns were raised about Harp's security clearance. MS Now reported that Harp consistently declined to participate in the standard security vetting process over the course of a year.

Following this, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt issues a statement, saying: "Natalie Harp has a security clearance like everyone else, and she is a loyal and hardworking member of President Trump's team."

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shweta Kukreti
Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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