One of President Donald Trump's closest aides appears to have taken on a powerful new role after Republicans' brutal midterm night. Executive assistant Natalie Harp seems to have taken over the president's personal cellphone and is now deciding who gets to speak with him, The Independent reported Wednesday. For months, the White House has bragged about how easy it is for reporters to reach Trump, with members of the press corps able to dial his phone and land quick interviews at virtually any hour.