The Right-Wing Provocateur Who Has Trump’s Ear
August 21, 2025
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In President Trump’s second term, Laura Loomer has emerged as the most influential outside adviser, telling the president whom to fire and shaping major policy decisions.
Ken Bensinger, who covers media and politics, explains how a social media provocateur became Mr. Trump’s favorite blunt instrument.
GuestKen Bensinger () , a New York Times reporter covering media and politics.
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• Ms. Loomer is Mr. Trump’s blunt instrument () .
• Her role in firings at the National Security Council showed a rising sway of fringe figures on the president () .
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