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celebrity6 days ago•46 min saved

Maher Skirts Natalie Harp Saga, Citing Loomer Lawsuit and Loyalty Concerns

Bill Maher avoided delving into the Natalie Harp saga on Real Time, citing his costly 2024 defamation lawsuit with Laura Loomer as a reason to stay safe; Harp, Trump’s longtime aide nicknamed the “Human Printer,” has dominated headlines after Jon Ossoff referenced her and The Daily Beast published Harp’s intimate letters to Trump, revealing obsessive devotion and raising questions about her influence and possible national-security implications of her gatekeeping role.

via The Daily Beast|

#bill-maher #celebrity #daily-beast

world9 days ago•16 min saved

Loomer claims White House jealousy drives Natalie Harp leaks

Conservative activist Laura Loomer alleges jealous White House staff are leaking negative stories about Natalie Harp to the press, blaming loyalty concerns and ambition; her post on X frames the leaks as coming from inside the West Wing, while The Independent notes Harp’s high profile and the White House has defended her.

via The Independent|

#donald-trump #laura-loomer #natalie-harp

politics1 month ago•196 min saved

Loomer flips on Ukraine after Zelensky Kyiv interview

Laura Loomer, a long‑time Trump ally who once criticized Ukraine, says she was “bamboozled by Russian propaganda” and has reversed course after a Kyiv interview with President Zelensky, where she praised Ukraine’s tactics and expressed regret for spreading pro‑Russia narratives. The trip reportedly happened without White House notice, and Loomer’s stance shift highlights growing MAGA divisions over Ukraine as Trump publicly lauds her interview.

via CNN|

#laura-loomer #maga #politics

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Loomer’s Ukraine pivot signals a MAGA tilt from pro-Russia framing to Kyiv support

Prominent MAGA influencer Laura Loomer, long aligned with pro-Russia rhetoric and close to Trump, visited Kyiv, admitted she’d been propagandized, and publicly expressed sympathy for Ukraine, a shift that mirrors a broader wobble in MAGA attitudes and could influence ongoing U.S. policy toward Kyiv and Russia.

via The Guardian|

#laura-loomer #politics #propaganda

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Maga influencer Loomer pivots on Ukraine after Kyiv visit as Trump-Zelensky talks loom

Ultra-conservative influencer Laura Loomer, previously critical of Ukraine, visited Kyiv, interviewed President Zelenskyy, and signaled a shift in her stance as Zelenskyy said Trump’s relationship had improved and a meeting in Washington was being planned; Trump praised the interview, Loomer described an air-raid experience prompting moral clarity, and Washington moved toward renewed engagement with Kyiv even as Russia continued strikes and a sanctions bill advances in Congress.

via The Guardian|

#donald-trump #laura-loomer #ukraine

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Zelenskyy Hosts Far-Right Activist Loomer in Kyiv Interview, Stirring Kyiv-Washington Currents

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Laura Loomer, a far-right American activist and Trump ally, for an interview on her Rumble show—marking a thaw in Loomer’s previously hostile stance toward Ukraine. Zelenskyy’s office called the visit important, while Loomer acknowledged past criticisms of Kyiv and claimed she’s moved beyond Russian propaganda. The encounter underscores ongoing complexities in Kyiv-Washington dynamics, as parts of Trump’s base remain skeptical of continued U.S. support for Ukraine even as the Biden administration seeks a path to resolution.

via Al Jazeera|

#far-right-activist #laura-loomer #rumble-interview

politics1 month ago•7 min saved

Graham’s Death Triggers Online Conspiracy Frenzy Despite Official Findings

Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death sparked widespread online conspiracy theories about foul play, even after preliminary medical findings cited an aortic dissection; the piece explores how social media accelerates misinformation and political distrust, highlighting figures like Laura Loomer and ongoing debates about trust in official explanations.

via The Washington Post|

#aortic-dissection #conspiracy-theories #laura-loomer

politics1 month ago•115 min saved

Loomer’s Wild McConnell Health Theory Sparks Renovation Rumors

Conservative influencer Laura Loomer floated a theory that Mitch McConnell, 84, has died or is brain-dead and suggested the DC-home renovations underway after his heart attack are a cover-up. The piece details the timing of the renovations, neighbors’ observations, and ongoing questions about McConnell’s health and transparency, as MAGA allies and media pundits amplify competing narratives while Kentucky voters call for clarity.

via The Daily Beast|

#elaine-chao #health #kentucky

world1 month ago•14 min saved

Tehran funeral chants spark arrest calls for US influencer

An American influencer known for anti-US and pro-Iran rhetoric, Jackson Hinkle, joined mourners at Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral in Tehran and chanted 'Down with U.S.A.' His appearance has sparked calls for his arrest by conservatives back home, with Sebastian Gorka and Laura Loomer publicly condemning him; Hinkle, who lives in Moscow, has millions of followers online and has promoted 'MAGA communism' and co-founded the American Communist Party.

via The Independent|

#ayatollah-ali-khamenei #iran #laura-loomer

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Loomer campaign stalls DOGE official’s NSC transition

Jeremy Lewin’s planned move from the State Department to the White House NSC was paused after Laura Loomer publicized his past work for liberal constitutional scholar Laurence Tribe, keeping him at State as the administration reassesses the transition amid scrutiny.

via Politico|

#jeremy-lewin #laura-loomer #laurence-tribe

politics4 months ago•5 min saved

Florida judge dismisses Loomer defamation suit over Maher joke

A Florida federal judge dismissed Laura Loomer’s defamation suit against Bill Maher and HBO, ruling that Maher’s remark suggesting Loomer might be having an affair with Donald Trump was clearly a joke and Loomer failed to prove reputational or financial harm; Loomer said she will appeal.

via Politico|

#bill-maher #defamation #laura-loomer

politics4 months ago•71 min saved

Leavitt Cornered as Trump’s Iran Deal Frays

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt struggles to defend a fragile two‑week ceasefire with Iran as conflicting reports and breaches surface, with Iran claiming Hormuz disruption and Israel’s actions in Lebanon, while Trump’s incendiary rhetoric and shifting narratives complicate negotiations and Democrats in Congress push impeachment and 25th‑Amendment talk, with VP JD Vance taking a lead role in negotiations.

via The Daily Beast|

#donald-j-trump #iran-war #jd-vance

health-policy5 months ago•1 min saved

Controversial FDA Vaccine Chief to Resign

Dr. Vinay Prasad, a divisive FDA vaccine regulator who overruled career scientists and pressed a crackdown on a biotech firm, is resigning at the end of April after a turbulent tenure that included a brief dismissal sparked by Laura Loomer’s attack and a later reinstatement urged by FDA Commissioner Marty Makary and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

via The New York Times|

#fda #health-policy #laura-loomer

politics8 months ago•11 min saved

Laura Loomer Celebrates a Remarkable Year

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.

via Politico|

#firing #influence #laura-loomer

politics11 months ago•2 min saved

Democrat's Intelligence Meeting Canceled Following Laura Loomer's Criticism

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.

via Axios|

#cancellation #intelligence-meeting #laura-loomer