“But the simple fact that he requires a woman to linger around him most of the time, ready to express her devotion and that of his most ardent followers, isn’t a great look. When considered alongside the extraordinary medical privacy exerted by Trump and the White House, it cuts against his failing efforts to position himself as virile and robust.”

Salon · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-19

Salon's further commentary criticizing Trump's reliance on Harp amid questions about his health.