Laura Elizabeth Loomer (born May 21, 1993) is an American far-right[a] political activist, internet personality, and conspiracy theorist.[b] She was the Republican nominee to represent Florida's 21st congressional district in the 2020 United States House of Representatives elections, losing to Democrat Lois Frankel. She also ran in the Republican primary for Florida's 11th congressional district in 2022, losing to incumbent Daniel Webster. She has described herself as "pro-white nationalism" and a "proud Islamophobe".

Laura Loomer: Far-right activist who met Trump before he fired NSC officials

5 days ago

Bernd Debusmann Jr & Merlyn Thomas
BBC News & BBC Verify
Reporting fromWashington

Far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer is in the headlines once again after reports that she was behind the recent firing of top National Security Council officials by President Donald Trump.

Ms Loomer was a presence alongside Trump on the campaign trail, which raised questions from some Republicans about the influence the controversial former congressional candidate may have on him.

She is well-known for her anti-Muslim rhetoric and for spreading conspiracy theories, including that the 9/11 attacks were an "inside job" carried out by the US government.

Reports suggest that Ms Loomer urged Trump to fire specific employees whom she suspected of being insufficiently loyal.

The president denied that the controversial social media influencer played any role "at all" in the firings.

Laura Elizabeth Loomer (born May 21, 1993)[1] is an American far-right[a] political activist, conspiracy theorist,[b] and internet personality. She was the Republican nominee to represent Florida's 21st congressional district in the 2020 United States House of Representatives elections, losing to Democrat Lois Frankel.[2][3] She also ran in the Republican primary for Florida's 11th congressional district in 2022, losing to incumbent Daniel Webster.[4]