{
  "id": 3716070,
  "title": "Jon Ossoff went low on Natalie Harp. The plan worked",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/jon-ossoff-went-low-on-natalie-harp-the-plan-worked",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-27T10:00:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Guardian US",
    "slug": "the-guardian-us",
    "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/aug/27/natalie-harp-trump-jon-ossoff"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Senator Jon Ossoff's recent remarks on Natalie Harp have marked a significant shift in Democrats' campaign strategy against the president. The senator appears to be employing a novel approach by addressing her with a French accent, uttering \"Na-tah-lee!\" in a tone reminiscent of formal familiarity. Harp, described as Trump's 35-year-old executive assistant, has become a recurring figure in the latest administration book, \"Regime Change,\" co-authored by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan. In this work, Harp is portrayed as a silent but ever-present sentinel, observing Trump's outbursts without intervention.\n\nHarp's role in the Trump administration remains somewhat ambiguous. While her primary duties are not explicitly stated, her involvement in managing the president's social media accounts raises questions about her potential influence. Given her access to these platforms, which can sway markets and sway foreign relations, Harp is considered one of the most powerful individuals within the federal government.\n\nOssoff's decision to focus on Harp's name and accent suggests a calculated attempt to undermine the president's image. The senator's approach seems to draw parallels between Harp's quiet presence and Trump's volatile behavior, potentially highlighting the contrast between the two figures. This strategy appears to have been successful, as it not only draws attention to the issue but also emphasizes the power dynamics at play in the Trump administration.",
  "summary": "The senator’s remarks reflect a turning point in Democrats’ attacks on the president. What should we make of them? Apparently, he likes to say her name with a French accent . “Na-tah-lee!” the president cries out, in that affected tone of faux-formality that one might use with a person they love but do not quite respect, and she comes running, her thin legs teetering on her heels. Natalie Harp ,…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}