A White House aide wrote Trump a handwritten apology, then called him her guardian and protector in this life

A handwritten letter from White House senior advisor Natalie Harp to President Donald Trump has surfaced publicly, describing Harp’s apology for several incidents during a trip to Scotland. As reported by CNN, the letter refers to Trump as a protective figure in her life and addresses a moment of panic Harp experienced at customs after realizing she did not have her passport, along with questions about her decision to walk the golf course rather than use a cart.

The letter reportedly reflects a difficult period for Harp, who attributes some distraction that week to grief following her father’s death. She wrote that she had been neglecting basic needs like eating and sleeping, and expressed concern about how negative comments from others might affect Trump’s opinion of her, writing at one point, “you are all that matters to me.”

A separate letter reportedly dating to 2023 recalls Harp’s earlier relationship with Trump from her time as a host on the One America News Network, referencing regular phone calls during that period and expressing a wish for more casual, non-work-related conversation between them.

Harp has become known inside the White House for her closeness to the president

Harp has developed a reputation within the administration as a highly visible aide, sometimes referred to as the “human printer” for her habit of bringing Trump physical printouts of positive news coverage rather than showing him a screen. Reports have also described her traveling in the trunk of an SUV to accompany Trump to a New York court appearance when vehicle space was limited. Unrelated political developments have circulated in the news recently as well, including Alex Vindman’s primary loss in a Florida Senate race.

Harp’s role reportedly extends well beyond administrative work. She is said to spend much of her time inside the Oval Office rather than a separate office, participate in meetings throughout the day, and remain in frequent contact with Trump, including discussions of social media posts later in the evening. Reports also describe her sometimes serving as an initial point of contact for foreign leaders or individuals Trump notices on television, a level of access that has reportedly caused friction with some other senior staff.

In July, Harp was reportedly among a small group of aides, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who switched planes with Trump after intelligence reports flagged a potential threat to his aircraft as he left Turkey. Other unrelated stories involving political figures have also drawn attention recently, including a Republican senator’s comments about the administration’s messaging on foreign policy.

The Scotland letter also reportedly describes gifts Trump purchased for Harp during the trip, which she referred to as keepsakes from the visit. The authenticity of the letters has been a subject of public discussion. White House spokesperson Davis Ingle defended Harp, describing her as “one of the most loyal and hardest-working aides on President Trump’s team.”