A right-wing political activist who has spread conspiracy theories and used hate speech has become a central figure in the hirings and firings of Trump administration staffers. Laura Loomer has successfully lobbied to remove aides from several key government roles, including the National Security Council. Despite her close alliance with the president, she's drawn some foes within the Republican Party, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga. Stephanie Sy has more on Loomer's mission to shape
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A right-wing political activist who has spread conspiracy theories and used hate speech has become a central figure in the hirings and firings of Trump administration staffers. Laura Loomer has successfully lobbied to remove aides from several key government roles, including the National Security Council. Despite her close alliance with the president, she's drawn some foes within the Republican Party, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga. Stephanie Sy has more on Loomer's mission to shape
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