Deleted Tweets Expose Aide’s Fervent Jan. 6 Loyalty to Trump
Natalie Harp’s January 6 Tweets: A Look at Her Public Support for Trump
Who Is Natalie Harp?
Imagine having a job where you work right next to the President of the United States every day. That’s what Natalie Harp does. She’s a close aide to President Donald Trump, which means she helps him with his daily work and schedule.
Before working in the White House, Harp was a host on One America News Network (OANN), a conservative TV channel. Her Twitter bio even listed her as a member of Trump’s "advisory board" — a group of people who give him advice and support.
Simple Definition: An aide is like a trusted helper or assistant who works closely with an important leader.
What Happened on January 6, 2021?
January 6, 2021, was a historic and chaotic day in American history. Here’s the simple version:
- Congress was meeting to officially count the Electoral College votes that made Joe Biden the next president
- President Trump gave a speech near the White House, telling supporters the election was stolen
- A large crowd marched to the U.S. Capitol (where Congress meets)
- Some people broke into the Capitol building, forcing Congress to stop their work and hide for safety
- Five people died as a result of the events that day
Harp’s Tweets That Day: A Play-by-Play
CNN reviewed Harp’s Twitter account (now called X) and found she posted more than 150 times on January 6 alone. Here’s what she shared:
Before the Speech
- Called the gathering crowd "patriots"
- Said January 6 was when they would "STOP THE STEAL!" (referring to her belief the election was stolen)
- Challenged lawmakers to show "a fraction of the courage & passion" of the protesters
During Trump’s Speech
- Tweeted "FIGHT FOR TRUMP!" a dozen times in a single post
- Declared "Today D.C. is TRUMP COUNTRY!"
- Live-tweeted Trump’s words: "We will never give up. We will never concede!"
- Shared Rudy Giuliani’s call for "trial by combat!" (Giuliani’s lawyers later said this was just dramatic language, not a real call for violence)
After the Capitol Was Breached
- Insisted the rioters were "not Trump supporters"
- Spread false reports that "Antifa" (anti-fascist activists) had secretly joined the crowd
- Shared Trump’s later message telling rioters to go home
- Quoted Giuliani saying the chaos created "a few more options" for Trump’s legal team
As the Night Went On
- When Congress rejected challenges to Arizona’s votes, she tweeted: "America may not be America anymore. But God’s still God. Don’t stop believing!!"
- Praised specific lawmakers who kept objecting, calling them "patriots" and "true patriots"
- The next day, after Trump acknowledged a new administration would take over, she posted: "We love you, President @realDonaldTrump!"
This Wasn’t Just a One-Day Thing
Harp’s strong support didn’t start on January 6. CNN found a pattern going back years:
| Time Period | What She Posted |
|---|---|
| 2016 onward | Began posting support for Trump on Twitter |
| December 2020 | After Biden’s win: "WE LOVE YOU! WE LOVE YOU! WE LOVE YOU! x 71 million" |
| December 14, 2020 | Called Biden’s victory "THIS IS A COUP" |
| Early January 2021 | "We will never give up – for TRUTH is on our side. January 6th is coming!!" |
| 2019 | Posted Bible verses defending Trump during his first impeachment |
Why Does This Matter? An Expert Explains
David B. Cohen, a professor who studies the presidency at the University of Akron, put it this way:
"She has proven to be a totally loyal sycophantic adviser and staffer for him. Trump likes that, he doesn’t like to be questioned. He likes to be revered, and she clearly does that."
ELI5 Definition: Sycophantic (sigh-KO-fan-tick) means someone who praises a powerful person too much, often to get something in return — like a "yes-man" who never disagrees.
Cohen is saying: Trump values loyalty above almost everything else, and Harp has shown that loyalty publicly and repeatedly.
Where Is She Now?
- Still working for Trump in his second term (as of the article’s publication)
- Mostly works behind the scenes — not a famous public face
- Recently got attention when Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff mentioned her by name in a speech criticizing Trump
- The Daily Beast (a news website) published two letters reportedly written by Harp to Trump, expressing her utmost loyalty
Neither Harp nor the White House responded to CNN’s requests for comment on this story.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
- 150+ tweets in one day — Harp was extremely active on January 6, 2021
- Echoed false claims — She repeated the unproven idea that the 2020 election was stolen
- Spread misinformation — She shared the debunked claim that Antifa infiltrated the Capitol rioters
- Long pattern of loyalty — Her public devotion to Trump goes back to at least 2016
- Now a trusted insider — Her loyalty appears to have helped her get a top job in Trump’s White House
- Account suspended — Her X/Twitter account is no longer active; unclear if she or the platform removed it
Summary
Natalie Harp, now a close aide to President Trump, used her Twitter account on January 6, 2021, to enthusiastically support Trump’s false claims about the 2020 election. She posted over 150 times that day — cheering on protesters, attacking lawmakers who accepted the election results, and spreading unverified claims about who was responsible for the Capitol attack.
This wasn’t new behavior. For years, Harp has publicly praised Trump, defended him during impeachment, and treated his presidency almost like a religious cause. Experts say this kind of total loyalty is exactly what Trump values most in his inner circle.
Today, Harp works quietly but powerfully inside the White House — a reminder that public devotion can lead to private influence.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who is Natalie Harp?
She’s a longtime Trump supporter who went from being a TV host on a conservative network to becoming a close White House aide in Trump’s second term.
2. Why are her January 6 tweets important?
They show what someone now in a powerful position was saying publicly during a major attack on democracy. It helps us understand the mindset of people in Trump’s inner circle.
3. Did she do anything illegal?
The article doesn’t say she broke any laws. Posting opinions on social media is legal, even if those opinions are controversial or based on false information.
4. What does "sycophantic" mean in simple terms?
It means someone who constantly praises a powerful person to stay on their good side — like a student who tells the teacher their hair looks great every single day hoping for a better grade.
5. Is her Twitter account still active?
No. The article says her X (formerly Twitter) account "appears suspended." It’s unclear whether she deleted it herself or the platform removed it.
This article is based on CNN’s review of publicly available social media posts and reporting. All views and statements described belong to the individuals quoted or referenced.