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Trump Aide Natalie Harp Granted Exclusive Golf Club Buffet Access

Published 27 August 2026

Natalie Harp, a 35-year-old personal aide to President Donald Trump, has been granted special privileges within his inner circle that other staffers do not receive, according to details revealed by author Michael Wolff. These perks include exclusive access to a private buffet at Trump's golf club and inclusion in a secret security protocol involving a secondary aircraft.

Wolff, a longtime Trump biographer, disclosed the information on the "Inside Trumps Head" podcast. He stated that Harp was allowed to use an exclusive Sunday buffet at Trump's golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida, a privilege that reportedly surprised and frustrated other staff members. According to Wolff, the buffet featured an elaborate spread including lobster, ham, omelettes, and fruit. He noted that Harp was not only permitted to attend but could also bring her mother, while other aides were generally denied access. This created confusion among both campaign employees and golf club staff, who questioned whether she had received direct permission from the president.

The revelation about the buffet access is part of a broader pattern of Harp's unusual proximity to Trump. She has been with his team since 2022...

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