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Trump Mocks Melania’s Absence on Trip With Natalie Harp
The Daily Beast • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump traveled to Ireland accompanied by his aide Natalie Harp, joking that his wife Melania Trump declined the seven-hour flight to join him.
- Melania Trump has maintained a significantly lighter public schedule compared to previous first ladies, with only 38 appearances in 18 months versus Michelle Obama's 130 and Jill Biden's 43.
- Natalie Harp, dubbed Trump’s “human printer,” supports him extensively by handling various tasks and accompanies him on all engagements; she earns a $150,000 taxpayer-funded salary.
- Despite media speculation about tension, Melania’s spokesperson denies any bad blood between the first lady and Harp, defending Harp’s professionalism and intelligence.
