Donald Trump is trying to distance himself from Laura Loomer, a controversial supporter, even though he still welcomes her help.
Donald Trump, who is running for President as a Republican, is trying to distance himself from Laura Loomer. She is a controversial figure known for spreading conspiracy theories. Although Trump still appreciates her support, he wants people to know she doesn’t officially work for him.
On Friday, Trump said he does not agree with some of Loomer's past comments. However, he still welcomes her support. Loomer, who has a lot of followers on social media, was seen traveling with Trump on his plane for most of the week. Trump made it clear that Loomer is not part of his campaign team.
Loomer has made a lot of headlines for saying controversial things. She once suggested that the September 11 attacks were planned by the U.S. government. She shared this idea in a video on social media in 2023. However, Loomer has recently changed her mind and now believes the attacks were carried out by “Islamic terrorists,” as she told CNN in a recent interview.
America is upset. We are losing our country and illegal Aliens are raping and killing children and eating people’s pets, and the only thing the White House wants to talk about is CURRY AND COLLA GREENS.
— Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) September 13, 2024
Is that how you say it? I need a translator.
I meant every word of what I…
Earlier this week, Trump was asked about Loomer during a press conference at his golf club in California. He called her a “strong person” with “strong opinions” and a “free spirit.”
Loomer made news again when she showed up at Trump’s debate in Philadelphia against his Democratic rival Kamala Harris. She also appeared in New York to mark the September 11 attacks.
This week, Loomer caused a stir by posting a rude comment on social media about Harris, who is of Indian descent. Loomer suggested that if Harris won the election, the White House would “smell like curry” and speeches would be “facilitated via a call center.”
This comment led to a lot of criticism. White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre called Loomer’s remarks “racist poison” and criticized Trump for being connected to her.
Many of Trump’s Republican supporters also spoke out against Loomer. U.S. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham and Thom Tillis were among those who did not like Loomer’s comments. Tillis called her a “crazy conspiracy theorist” who says “disgusting things.”
During Trump’s press conference, Loomer was busy sharing his remarks on social media and making controversial comments about illegal immigration. Afterward, she posted online, saying she is a “ride or die supporter” of Trump. She also suggested that Republicans who criticize her are just jealous of not being on Trump’s plane.
Loomer, who lives in Florida, has a history of making anti-Muslim comments. This led to her being banned from Twitter, now known as X. Her ban was lifted after Elon Musk bought the platform.