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Laura Loomer has had a significant year in the Trump administration, notably influencing high-profile firings within U.S. national security agencies and shaping personnel decisions, while also expressing controversial views on Islam and political issues, with her influence expected to grow in 2026.
Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chair Mark Warner's classified intelligence meeting was canceled after far-right activist Laura Loomer attacked him online, accusing him of being part of a conspiracy and criticizing the intelligence community, leading to concerns about political influence and security clearances.
Senator Mark Warner's scheduled intelligence agency visit was canceled after far-right activist Laura Loomer launched baseless attacks against him and the agency, highlighting Loomer's influence within Trump's administration and raising concerns about political interference in national security oversight.
Senator Mark Warner's planned classified visit to a military spy agency was canceled after far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer complained, highlighting ongoing tensions between congressional oversight and executive authority in U.S. intelligence operations.
The US State Department has halted visas for wounded Palestinians from Gaza following online comments by Laura Loomer criticizing the influx of Gazans seeking medical care, amid ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza that have caused significant casualties and international protests.
The US State Department has halted issuing visas to children from Gaza seeking medical treatment following an online campaign by far-right influencer Laura Loomer, who falsely claimed the children were involved in terrorism, leading to a review of the visa process.
The U.S. has paused visitor visas for Gazans following a campaign by Laura Loomer, citing national security concerns, despite ongoing medical evacuations of injured children from Gaza to the U.S. for treatment, which are considered life-saving and not a security threat.
The US has suspended visas for Gazans following social media campaigns by far-right influencer Laura Loomer, who falsely claimed that Palestinians receiving medical treatment in the US were linked to Hamas and Qatar, leading to a review of visa issuance processes amid political and security concerns.
The Trump administration halted all visitor visas from Gaza, including those for medical and humanitarian purposes, following a social media post by Laura Loomer showing Palestinian children arriving in the U.S. for treatment, amid ongoing conflict and blockade in Gaza. The move prompted criticism, with some viewing it as prejudice, while others praised it as a security measure.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has publicly stated he will not run for president in 2028, countering accusations from Laura Loomer that he and his aides are secretly preparing for another campaign, while also defending his team and their work in the Trump administration.
Laura Loomer is targeting Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s top aide Stefanie Spear, alleging her influence is aimed at paving the way for Kennedy's 2028 presidential bid, amidst ongoing political maneuvers and internal conflicts within the HHS and White House. The article also covers international summits, military deployments, and various political developments.
The FDA has rehired Dr. Vinay Prasad as the head of its vaccines and gene therapy division after he resigned due to pressure from Laura Loomer, a far-right activist, despite opposition from key officials. Prasad, known for his vaccine skepticism, was previously appointed by Health Secretary RFK Jr. and had limited COVID-19 vaccine use. His reappointment has sparked controversy, especially among Trump supporters.
Vinay Prasad, who briefly left the FDA amid controversy, has returned to oversee vaccine, gene therapy, and blood products, following pressure and criticism related to his handling of gene therapy safety issues and political attacks from Laura Loomer.
Laura Loomer, a far-right activist, has been conducting pressure campaigns that have contributed to the removal of at least 15 officials from the Trump administration by publicly targeting and urging their firing, leveraging her social media influence and alleged direct contacts with the White House, positioning herself as an unofficial political enforcer within the administration.
The Army Secretary ordered West Point to rescind its appointment of Jen Easterly, a cybersecurity expert and former Biden official, after complaints from far-right figure Laura Loomer, highlighting ongoing political influence in military staffing decisions.