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Natalie Harp, Trump’s 12th House Assistant

Last week President Trump went on yet another spree of social media posts, which included plenty of bizarre AI-generated content. The posts appeared on Truth Social after hours and into the early morning, and explains why he fell asleep during the White House Correspondents Dinner and Lindsey Graham’s funeral. According to The Wall Street Journal and other sources, Trump’s young personal aide Natalie Harp is responsible for many of these posts.

Ms. Harp was born with her Leo Sun squaring a Mars-Pluto opposition (August 8, 1990; San Diego, CA; time unknown). Mars in conservative Ta**us opposite Pluto gives an intensely competitive nature, often with a desire or need to win at all costs. This fierce Mars-Pluto dynamic challenging her Leo Sun has put her in the far-right political spectrum, which she has expressed as a host on Fox News and later as a presenter for OANN, the conspiracy-driven extreme right news channel.

After her stint at OANN, Harp joined Trump’s 2024 campaign as a staff member, and she’s been unusually close to him ever since. Some sources indicate a different or unknown birth date, but when comparing her chart to Trump’s, this date works well. Most obviously, this is shown by her Leo Sun in Trump’s 12th house. She works behind the scenes, often in his private quarters that are generally open only to Melania and family.

Also, Harp’s Ceres at 22º Leo is in a tight sextile to Trump’s Sun at 22º Gemini. This connection is echoed by her Leo Sun closely aligned with his Ceres in Aquarius. A doubled Sun-Ceres interchange describes their mutual interest in wanting the best for each other. Sun-Ceres brings a beneficial, devoted, and loyal caring, much like a loving parent to a child. For Harp it describes her caretaking function, both in watching over his physical health and in issuing his social media posts.

Her official job title is Executive Assistant, but as a headstrong Leo, she’s not a team player. She provides sources, images, and content for Trump’s social messages without the approval of other staffers who might recognize any potential damage. Comparing their two charts shows little or no sexual chemistry. But they both have Venus in Cancer in close aspect to Saturn. Trump has the Venus-Saturn conjunction while Harp has her Venus opposite Saturn in Capricorn.

Venus in Cancer often reflects a love of family with specific relationships further defined by accompanying aspects. Venus-Saturn is about the father figure. Trump’s relationship with his father has been the subject of innumerable commentaries, generally focusing on how his father taught him how to be tough and competent, but not offering any direct love or affection. Natalie Harp’s relationship with her father was similar, ending when he committed su***de in 2020.

Both Trump and Harp are psychologically seeking a loving father-child relationship. They found it in each other. Meanwhile, Trump’s late night social media posts have become a nonstop MAGA propaganda machine. With transiting Jupiter in Leo now, and heading for Harp’s Sun and Ceres, we can only expect that she will take more liberties with her role as Trump’s protected and loyal content provider.

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August’s Top Five Astro-Events

1. Jupiter conjoins Hygeia on the 6th at 8º Leo but this duo is influential from the 1st through 11th. Hygeia, the third largest asteroid, is an important archetype with her health, hygiene, and medical associations. In this favorable combination with Jupiter, opportunities arise to clean up your act both metaphorically and physically. It’s a good time to get rid of clutter and organize your stuff, which clears the way for problem solving. Hygeia-conjunct-Jupiter may also bring insight into long-term health issues, especially regarding the chemicals and drugs your body finds toxic and those that may improve your well-being. Jupiter urges one to look at the Big Picture, and with Hygeia, the health of our planet. Those with prominent placements at 6º to 10º of the fixed signs are favored to take advantage of this dynamic.

2. The Solar Eclipse on the 12th takes place at 20º Leo. Many may find this partial eclipse pleasant since the Sun and Moon are exactly octile (45º) Venus at 5º Libra. However, with nine of the ten traditional planets in Fire and Air, global warming events become problematic within a few days of this eclipse, especially extreme heat and wildfires. Those with angles or planets located at 19º to 21º of Leo or Aquarius are especially influenced by this eclipse. Endings and new beginnings can be expected within a few days of the 12th, particularly concerning personal and family relationships. Look for the light where you can shine proudly and comfortably to express your creativity, leadership, and generosity. Superficial, critical, and condescending attitudes will backfire at this time. Acting on your moral convictions will be rewarded.

3. Mars conjoins Ceres on the 9th at 28º Gemini and then the two enter Cancer on the 11th and 12th respectively. Together, Mars and Ceres are a noticeable influence from the 6th through 12th. Those with pets, children, or aging parents under their care will have their hands full as Mars catches up to Ceres. Mars can bring squabbles but is otherwise action oriented. That makes this a good time to support those you love through recreational or creative activities. Become proactive by planning ahead of time what you’ll be doing with those who rely on you. When Ceres enters Cancer on the 12th, she becomes super nourishing and caretaking, especially toward family members. This Ceres-Mars combo loves to cook tasty meals. Make sure you’ve stocked up on healthy, nutritious food.

4. Vesta and Black Moon Lilith are in a tight trine all month. Vesta slows into her retrograde station on the 25th when she makes the exact trine to the mysterious Lilith. Although these two feminine archetypes aren’t generally deployed by most astrologers, those with natal placements at 27º of any sign will be feeling this duo. Vesta is in Aries where she brings energy and drive to those activities that you feel are sacred or special to your personal destiny. Lilith in Sagittarius promotes decency, moral behavior, and an openness to all people. Not finding that makes her extremely angry, and she may do whatever is possible to right the situation. The Vesta-Lilith combination can heighten your psychic ability, especially concerning the people and events that influence your personal path or your sense of what’s true and right.

5. The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th squares Uranus in Gemini, making for some exciting and/or anxiety-inducing developments. With the Sun and Mercury in duty-conscious Virgo, this partial eclipse urges those under its influence to break free from relationships, job responsibilities, and daily life patterns that feel too restrictive. Contracts and other legal documents enter the picture for approval or shredding — think things through before acting impulsively. Consciously staying in stagnant situations will bring up uncomfortable nervousness or health conditions that seem unrelated. Now is the time to become more independent and to take a vacation from routines. Open your mind to let in new ideas. If life seems to be sailing along, the days around this Lunar Eclipse will wake you up, bring unexpected developments that force changes.

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Iran’s Mercury-Mars Conjunction in Pisces

With the extended on again–off again Iran War, it’s worth a look at Iran’s national horoscope to gain further insights. Problematically, several charts are in circulation, with each reflecting a key moment in Iran’s 1979 transition from a CIA-backed monarchy to a theocracy. Nicholas Campion’s definitive The Book of World Horoscopes describes five potential primary charts for Iran which helps sort them out.

A good start for the Islamic revolution came on February 1, 1979 when the Ayatollah Khomeini returned from exile. Some five million followers welcomed him back — one of history’s most massive gatherings ever. Celebrations and fighting continued through February 11 when the Shah’s military surrendered. At least three valid charts can be set for this date. Then, the Ayatollah’s official announcement on April 1, 1979 created the Islamic Republic of Iran. In my view, this last one works best and it’s set for 3:00 pm Tehran.

The chart for Islamic Republic of Iran features Leo Rising with Black Moon Lilith conjunct the Ascendant. This illuminated dark force manifested as the cult of personality in the Ayatollah and his appointed leaders. And with the assertive Sun in Aries situated in the 9th house of religion, a militant theocracy was born. A Mercury-Mars conjunction in mystical Pisces confirms this background with Mars religiously accented by its square to Neptune and trine to Jupiter. Mars trine Uranus adds revolutionary fervor.

Iran’s natal Mars is also exactly octile (45º) its Midheaven at 10º Ta**us and describes the Islamic Republic as a hotbed of geopolitical turmoil. Iraq invaded Iran on September 22, 1980, launching an eight-year conflict. At the time, Iran was experiencing a progressed Mercury-Mars conjunction at 26º Pisces (orb: 0º11’) which was activated by transits from the three outer planets over the next few years. The day of the initial attack took place as the progressed Midheaven was exactly octile natal Mercury, which helps validate the 3:00 pm birth time.

Another historical checkpoint arrived on June 3, 1989 when Ayatollah Khomeini died. Several major transits and progressions were in effect at this time, notably, a transiting Saturn-Neptune conjunction was squaring the natal Sun. Also, the progressed Midheaven at 20º Ta**us was exactly opposite natal Uranus. Note how transits, progressions, and natal placements are all in sync during historic milestones.

And then an international agreement engineered by Barack Obama (the JCPOA) arrived on July 15, 2015. It’s aim was to limit Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Again, several major transits and progressions were making tight aspects. One of the clearest was transiting Jupiter at 24º Leo conjunct progressed Lilith at 23º Leo with these two forming harmonious trines to progressed Mercury and Mars at 24º and 23º Aries.

Moving on to current events, Trump invaded Iran on February 28, 2026. On this date, Iran’s progressed Moon at 18º Aquarius had recently entered the 7th house of open enemies and was exactly squaring progressed Uranus at 18º Scorpio — a fitting astrological signature for a surprise attack. Transiting Uranus conjunct the progressed Sun aptly describes the assassination of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei.

Iran’s Mercury-Mars conjunction in the watery sign of Pisces is a clear astrological message about the prominence of organized religion in shaping their current regime. But the amplified Pisces element may also refer to their military control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital international shipping lane. On March 2 Iran announced that they were closing this seaway to unfriendly nations, just as transiting Mars entered Pisces.

Iran’s progressed Midheaven is now at 26º Gemini and its progressed Sun is at 27º Ta**us. These two are both tightly linked to the natal Mercury-Mars conjunction in Pisces. They suggest Iran’s immediate and long-term ability to militarily control the Strait of Hormuz. And since Iran’s Mars at 25º Pisces squares the US Mars at 21º Gemini (and Trump’s Sun at 22º Gemini), getting past military conflict won’t be easy.

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Saturn Stations Opposite the US Saturn

On July 26 Saturn turns retrograde at 14º45’ Aries. In itself, Saturn turning retrograde is an annual event, so not unusual. But this time, Saturn’s retrograde station happens to be tightly opposed to the US Saturn at 14º48’ Libra, making a rare and exceptionally momentous opposition. How might this play out?

Since Saturn in the US chart squares the Sun in Cancer, we can expect some important developments concerning the nation’s leadership. The challenges Trump faces are coming to a head and will likely include watershed events around the war in Iran. His poll numbers continue to fall, his mental and physical health are obviously impaired, and his backers are withdrawing their unquestioned support.

Saturn in Aries challenging the nation’s Saturn in Libra brings a pervasive us-versus-them vibe. Originally, the nation’s Sun-square-Saturn in Libra brought a constitutionally framed balance of power, equally divided between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government. But Saturn in the me-first sign of Aries challenges this balance, as Trump has so actively demonstrated since his second term began.

The us-versus-them dynamic extends well beyond Democrats versus Republicans, as the historical record shows. Every 28-30 years, as Saturn transits through this particular degree, major movements have developed against the status quo that’s been seen as increasingly corrupt, stagnant, or immoral. The last time transiting Saturn went through 13º to 14º Libra was in 1997 and 1998 when Democrat Bill Clinton was president.

At the time, Republicans controlled the House and Senate, so the standoff between political parties that meant no bills could be passed. In that era, the third and final Saturn transit opposite the US Saturn took place on January 22, 1998, which was when the Monica Lewinski scandal erupted and severely undermined Clinton’s authority and ability to get anything done.

Beyond these political developments, the digital revolution had arrived. The World Wide Web initiated the Dotcom revolution, permanently upsetting the traditional way of doing business. A million websites were created in 1996-97, built under the motivated drive of Saturn in Aries. This kind of social upheaval was also a key feature of the previous Saturn in Aries cycle, which took place in 1967-68.

That Saturn passage corresponded to the anti-Vietnam War protests, the Summer of Love, and the sudden insurgency of the Civil Rights movement. This time, transiting Saturn made only one passage through 14º48’ Aries, and that happened on May 31, 1968. Martin Luther King was assassinated a month earlier, which brought violent riots across America. Bobby Kennedy had presented a youthful challenge to LBJ and the Vietnam War, but he was assassinated only one week after this key Saturn transit.

Going back one more Saturn cycle brings us to 1938-1939 when FDR was president. The us-versus-them framework played out in the US as the Allies versus N**i Germany and the beginning of US involvement in World War II. What social, geopolitical movement carries these kinds of momentous divisions in today’s world?

Trump’s authoritarian grab for ultimate power is one obvious area where the system needs fixing. In response, widespread protests under the “No Kings” banner are becoming more intense. In political sympathy, the movement known as Socialist Democrats is gaining in popularity under the leadership of a Jew, a Muslim, and a Latina (Bernie Sanders, Mamdani, and AOC).

As described in this month’s Top Five Astro-events, Mercury turns direct a few days before Saturn turns retrograde. This brings a kind of “changing of the guard” when key politicians, celebrities, and other public figures either exit or enter the field. Saturn retrograde indicates that some older politicians are fading out, clinging to power (or life, as in Lindsey Graham’s and Mitch McConnell’s cases). Mercury turning direct favors young people coming forth, taking over, initiating positive action.

Much remains unpredictable but, as the deaths of MLK and RFK in 1968 and the Monica Lewinski scandal of 1998 demonstrate, we can expect some history-making events that realign the current shape of the us-versus-them patterns.

Thomas Canfield, writing at astrocom, offers his insights into the US's Solar Return based on the Scorpio Rising national horoscope. He starts with the SR Midheaven at 7º Capricorn which happens to conjoin Eris, the planet of Discord, in the US chart. From this, he finds parallels in the 13 colonies having to deal with mad King George III and our current "Mad King." Read the rest here:

Eris on the Midheaven: The Age of Discord – ACS / Starcrafts Eris on the Midheaven: The Age of DiscordAstrology / By Starcrafts Thomas Canfield Given the current upheaval in the country, it is appropriate that the Midheaven for the USA’s Solar Return chart is conjunct the Natal Eris in the 1776 chart. It may serve as a reminder of the discord that began the...

Does the US National Horoscope have Scorpio Rising?

Following up on last week’s posting of the Solar Return for the US’s 250th anniversary, some questions arose about the accuracy of the national horoscope. In particular, those who use the popular Sibly chart set the Solar Return for 3:43 am on July 5. This one features Ceres on the Ascendant in contrast with Saturn on the Ascendant in the Solar Return based on the US Scorpio Rising horoscope.

What is the true Rising Sign of the US? Unfortunately, we have no AA-rated birth time for the signing of the Declaration of Independence, but a persistent myth about the so-called Sibly chart indicates that the time was 5:10 pm on July 4, 1776. Problematically, the astrologer Ebenezer Sibly lived in London and he published his Sagittarius Rising chart in 1787. In other words, the time used for the Sibly chart was given by an astrologer not living in the US, 11 years after the fact, and through unknown second-hand sources.

Comparing the two Solar Returns for this 250th anniversary, what makes more sense? Is our current national mood best characterized by the nurturing, caring empathy implied by Ceres on the Ascendant? Ceres is in Gemini and supported by a sextile to Saturn, which also suggests widespread freedom of speech. Or is our current mood shaped by the aggressive, authoritarian control of Saturn in Aries on the Ascendant? If the answer is as obvious as it seems, then you’re in favor of the US Scorpio Rising chart.

Another popular US chart features Gemini Rising. This chart was originally popularized by the famed astrologer Evangeline Adams and, according to Karen Christino’s biography, Ms. Adams got this chart from her teacher Luke Broughton whose practice was to put the ruling planet for an event on the Ascendant. Uranus, the natural ruler of revolutions, was therefore placed on the Ascendant, and since Uranus was in Gemini at the time, the US chart had Gemini Rising. The big problem here is that Uranus was rising at 2:15 am when everyone was sound asleep.

The Scorpio Rising chart was originally rectified by astrologer Marc Penfield who set it for 2:20 pm. After extensive research, I eventually came to agree with this Ascendant, though fudged it one minute to 2:21 pm. The intense drive associated with this Scorpio Ascendant is given a powerful urge for independence by the exact quincunx from Uranus, located at 8º Gemini. The Moon in Aquarius resonates with Uranus and provides the history-making counterpoint to the domineering Scorpio-Pluto vibe.

Astrologer Michael Baigent helped popularize the Sagittarius Ascendant when he wrote that it “symbolizes the great enthusiasm and adventurous spirit of the American people and their search for meaning, for the divine, for freedom.” But this happy interpretation ignores the institutionalized practice of slavery and the genocide conducted against Native Americans. The centuries of fixed national attitudes of the whites’ domination over the colored races is more suitable to Scorpio.

Scorpio is naturally associated with the eagle, the nation’s sacred national symbol. When Scorpio is rising, the Sun in Cancer is located in the 9th house, making the US a nation of immigrants. Scorpio resonates with the 8th house which, in the US chart, has four planets and the Part of Fortune. Scorpio and the 8th house are about borrowing money to build a business, or pooling assets to form corporations — the very nature of capitalism.

The US has had six Scorpio presidents — more than any other sign. Only three presidents were born with their Sun in Sagittarius. Consider that when Scorpio is rising, Leo is at the Midheaven, the point traditionally associated with leadership. And in the US, this Leo Midheaven also represents the Commander-in-Chief. Of our 46 elected presidents, 11 of them have Mars in Leo, a statistically mindboggling high number. Eleven presidents with Mars, the military planet, in Leo? It only makes sense when the US national chart has Scorpio Rising.

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1. Jupiter squares Chiron on the 1st, both having recently entered a new sign. Now that Chiron has entered Ta**us, what we rely on for stability comes under challenge for the next eight years. Jupiter gives Chiron an interest in the more unconventional, esoteric side of life, including finding answers to longstanding issues.

2. Mars conjoins Uranus early on the 4th (EDT), but this extremely dynamic duo is in effect from the 1st through 6th. This particular Mars-Uranus astro-event is extra powerful since Mars is also activating the outer planets Neptune and Pluto in the same interval.

3. The exceptional outer-planet bridge of Uranus-sextile-Neptune-sextile-Pluto is in effect all month. The linking up of these transpersonal planets likely corresponds to collective shifts that can manifest geopolitically, economically, environmentally, and socially.

4. Jupiter in Leo enters the outer-planet bridge from the 15th through 25th, activating the underlying collective forces. The most noticeable of these aspects is Jupiter opposite Pluto in Aquarius, which will give many individuals a keen desire to actively change the way society is developing.

5. Mercury turns direct on the 23rd at 16º Cancer while Saturn turns retrograde on the 26th at 14º Aries. Mercury and Saturn reversing direction so close to each other represents a kind of “changing of the guard.”

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Are Fox and Trump Heading for Divorce?

Last week numerous media reports pointed out the absurdity of Trump’s “peace deal.” Only hosts at Fox News praised Trump with comments like “President Trump is a master at coercive diplomacy.” However, some of Fox’s high-profile celebrities have recently broken with Trump, putting some cracks in the Fox-Trump alliance of the past ten years.

Fox News began shaping the US political dialogue on October 7, 1996 when it began broadcasting at 6:00 am. The horoscope set for this founding moment reveals the powerful forces at play as well as the various scandals, conspiracy theories, and criticisms about its objectivity. Mercury conjunct the Libra Ascendant characterizes Fox as a self-proclaimed “fair and balanced” news network.

Saturn in Aries sits on the 7th house cusp of “others” or the “general public.” Saturn’s symbolism here is naturally associated with Fox’s relatively conservative and older demographic. And Saturn has a critical side, which is regularly manifested as complaints about Fox’s lack of objectivity. Many refer to Fox News as the GOP’s propaganda arm.

Fox News has a melodramatic Moon-Mars conjunction in Leo which has shaped its presentation from Day One. It uses glossy news programming, flashy graphics, and celebrity-like personalities to bring the news. Imminent conflict brought by shady liberal politicians completes their entertaining news segments. The entertainment side over-stepped when it falsely claimed that Dominion Voting Systems was committing fraud in the November 2020 election. Dominion filed a $1.6 billion lawsuit and in April 2023 Fox settled for $787 million.

Despite the lawsuits and its apparent lack of objectivity, Fox News continues to be the leading cable news channel. Its influence over American politics can be seen when comparing this chart to the US horoscope. For example, Mercury at 27º Virgo is precisely trine the US Pluto, the ruler of the Scorpio Rising chart. The Moon-Mars conjunction at 16º Leo falls right on the US Midheaven at 16º Leo. Neptune at 24º Capricorn is exactly opposite the US Mercury at 24º Cancer, suggesting the slanted news.

Fox’s Libra Sun indicates the news network’s interest in partnering with politicians who can influence American political institutions. Transiting Saturn is now in the 7th house of partners and will turn retrograde in July at 14º Aries where it directly challenges Fox’s Libra Sun, a doubled message concerning the Fox-Trump alliance.

Some Fox opinion-makers are now openly declaring their frustration with Trump. For example, Fox News host Mark Levin commented about the Iran peace deal: “I have asked for days, why can't we, the people, see the damn MOU [memo of understanding]? Honestly, I've never seen anything like this. If it is a great outcome for peace, then release it.”

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Elon Musk, the World’s First Trillionaire

SpaceX was founded by Elon Musk in 2002 with his ideas about reducing the costs of space launches and eventually pioneering a self-sustaining colony on Mars. Since then, SpaceX has diversified its income sources by launching the Starlink satellites, working with the US military to create Starshield, and entering the AI boom by merging with Musk’s xAI business. After last Friday’s IPO (initial public offering) of SpaceX, Musk officially became the world’s first trillionaire.

Musk’s birth time of 7:30 am puts his Mercury at 14º Cancer right on his Cancer Ascendant. Mercury’s closest aspect is a square to Uranus in the 3rd house, which suggests his interest in new technologies related to communication and travel. This configuration closely describes his business interests, especially the electric car company Tesla, OpenAI to advance artificial intelligence, and SpaceX to get to Mars. One might also include Twitter, the social media platform that he rebranded as X.

The tightest aspect in Musk’s chart is his Sun at 5º Cancer forming a trioctile (sesquiquadrate or 135º) to his Mars at 20º Aquarius. This high-energy combination keeps him fully active with his various business projects, his love life (with 14 children to date), and his political interests. Mars in Aquarius is a networker and team player, and it’s worth noting that the SpaceX IPO not only enriches Musk but also makes millionaires out of 4,400 of the company’s employees. And 400 of these will make $100 million or more.

SpaceX was founded on March 14, 2002 when transiting Jupiter was precisely conjunct his Sun and bringing him this huge opportunity. Also, his progressed Midheaven (business status) was at 27º Ta**us and exactly aligned with his powerful Jupiter-sextile-Pluto. Then on June 12, when the IPO made him a trillionaire, his progressed Midheaven was at 20º Gemini and exactly trine his Mars (orb: 0º01’). Plus, his progressed Sun at 28º Leo is in the 2nd house of personal wealth and making a precise trine to his Midheaven (status) at 28º Aries.

Relocating Musk’s chart to his current residence in Boca Chica, Texas (near SpaceX’s launch pad) shows an unusually prominent Mars. His relocated Midheaven at 21º Sagittarius is perfectly in line with the US Mars at 21º Gemini. His natal Mars at 20º Aquarius forms a harmonious sextile to the relocated Midheaven. He’s serious about wanting to colonize Mars with SpaceX and he’s got NASA and Pentagon contracts to finance the way. And what are the odds? The Sun in SPCX’s IPO chart is at 21º Gemini — conjunct the US Mars.

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The Finger of Fate in Trump’s Solar Return

A popular technique in the astrologer’s toolbox is the Solar Return. The highest priority is given to the most angular placements, the tightest aspects, and links to other relevant charts. This Return features Saturn at 13º Aries, which is exactly square the US Sun at 13º Cancer (as described here last week). In fact, when the minutes of a degree are added in, the orb is only 0º02’ and marks a clear and serious challenge to his presidency.

The most angular placement in Trump’s Solar Return is Uranus at 2º Gemini — only two degrees from the Descendant. Uranus in the house of “others,” and especially when it’s angular, makes partners and allies unreliable, unpredictable, and capable of unexpected or unwelcome changes. Uranus is associated with independence, which is not something Trump’s MAGA movement needs to advance their agenda.

Two aspects in this chart have an orb of 0º00’ and they thereby set the tone for the coming year. The first one is Mars at 19º Ta**us octile (semisquare) Neptune at 4º Aries. Mars is located in the 6th house, which we generally associate with health and one’s daily work activities. This action planet is slowed down, spaced out, and pre-occupied by its octile to Neptune.

The health side of this placement is emphasized by the other 0º00’ orb aspect, which is Black Moon Lilith at 19º Sagittarius quincunx Hygeia at 19º Cancer. Although these placements are not yet widely utilized by most astrologers, their precise quincunx and Lilith’s location in the first house make them relevant.

Hygeia is the fourth largest asteroid and naturally associated with the health profile. Lilith’s influence suggests the hidden health problems that lurk under the surface and that belie Trump’s claim that his health is “perfect.” Hygeia is only two degrees from conjoining Mercury in Cancer, so mental health enters the picture. And these three are all closely aspecting Mars in the 6th house, underscoring Mars’s association with health.

Altogether, with Mars sextile Hygeia and Mercury, and these three quincunx Lilith rising, we have a Yod, an unstable configuration that influences Trump’s health in immediate circumstances and over the coming year. Lilith is at the apex of this uneasy shape, often referred to as the Finger of Fate. In Sagittarius, Lilith advances or regresses according to one’s moral actions.

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