Stephen Miller's Influence Over Trump via Aide Natalie Harp Exposed

White House strategist Stephen Miller has found a new way to advance his immigration-focused agenda by leveraging Natalie Harp, a key White House aide who controls the president’s media intake. According to two sources familiar with the operation, Miller has repeatedly directed Harp—dubbed Trump’s “human printer” for her role in curating flattering news and social media posts—to prioritize anti-immigration content for the president’s approval.

Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff and architect of the Trump administration’s restrictive immigration policies, has faced public scrutiny following a fatal immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota that resulted in the deaths of two U.S. citizens. Though Miller has since stepped back from the spotlight, insiders say he continues to shape policy behind the scenes, using Harp’s access to Trump’s social media platforms to push more extreme messaging.

The strategy has contributed to a rise in divisive and inflammatory content on the president’s accounts, particularly on immigration-related topics. Analysts note that such posts not only amplify partisan narratives but can also elevate fringe voices into policy discussions.

Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell remains out of public view as questions grow about his health. McConnell, the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican, has not been seen in person for 75 days since being hospitalized on June 14. His office has provided minimal updates, most recently on August 6, when a statement attributed to McConnell said he had been discharged from a rehabilitation facility and would continue recovery at home with physical therapy.

Video shared on August 9 showed two MCombo lift recliner chairs outside McConnell’s home, raising further speculation about his mobility and recovery progress. Despite repeated inquiries, McConnell’s spokesperson, Stephanie Penn, declined to offer any additional details on Thursday when asked by *HuffPost*’s Jennifer Bendery about his condition or expected return to the Senate.

In another development, President Trump will not attend this year’s September 11 anniversary observances in New York due to restrictions on political speeches at the ceremony. Instead, he plans to attend a Pentagon commemoration on September 11 and travel to his golf resort in Doonbeg, Ireland, the following day. Vice President JD Vance will represent the administration at Ground Zero.

The National September 11 Memorial and Museum has long barred elected officials from speaking at the annual ceremony to maintain a solemn, nonpartisan tone. Trump’s decision follows years of controversial public remarks at memorial events, including a 2017 speech at the Boy Scout Jamboree where he delivered political commentary and a 2023 UN address where he warned certain countries were “going to hell.”

In Wyoming, Governor Mark Gordon has raised concerns about federal election monitoring efforts during last week’s primary elections. Speaking at a canvassing board meeting, Gordon described the presence of Department of Justice observers as “irregular” and potentially overstepping congressional authority. He emphasized that while he supports election integrity, he opposes what he sees as aggressive federal overreach.

Gordon’s comments follow reports from Laramie County election officials who said monitors arrived unannounced and asked questions beyond the scope of federal voting rights laws, including queries about poll worker training and new equipment. The monitors did not provide credentials until asked.

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