Trump aide Natalie Harp lacked White House security clearance for over a year

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How did the left and right cover Trump aide Natalie Harp lacked White House security clearance for over…?

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Is Trump aide Natalie Harp lacked White House security clearance for over… left or right?

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Is the coverage of Trump aide Natalie Harp lacked White House security clearance for over… biased?

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Which side is not reporting Trump aide Natalie Harp lacked White House security clearance for over…?

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Which outlets covered Trump aide Natalie Harp lacked White House security clearance for over…?

70 that we know of, every one of them listed further up this page with a link to its own report and to what we hold on the publisher. Nothing here is a summary of somebody else's summary: the outlets are named so the original reporting can be read.

Why did Natalie Harp not have a security clearance for over a year?

Two people familiar with the matter told MS NOW that Harp declined multiple times to seek a routine security clearance. The reasons for her refusal were unclear. Trump intervened after concerns were raised by White House counsel and security officials.

What role does Natalie Harp play in the White House?

Harp is a special assistant to President Donald Trump and acts as a gatekeeper, delivering printouts of news, polling data, and messages to him. She has unusual access to Trump, including in the West Wing and his residence, according to MS NOW.

Did Natalie Harp eventually get a security clearance?

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Harp has a security clearance like other staff, but MS NOW reported that she received it only after Trump intervened. The timing of when she obtained it remains unclear.