Internet personality Laura Loomer found herself back in the spotlight following a recent Oval Office meeting that preceded a wave of high-profile dismissals. In the past, Loomer has publicly denounced what she described as a false and disrespectful rumor involving President Donald Trump.

Laura Loomer has become a recurring presence in Donald Trump’s orbit, appearing at his private events, campaign stops, and in conversations that have drawn national attention. Though she holds no official position, her name has surfaced in connection with decisions inside his administration.

She remains openly supportive of President Trump, while rejecting formal ties and addressing speculation when necessary. Her social media updates, often centered on her four dogs, are shared selectively. Still, her visibility in political circles and her guarded private life have kept public interest steady.

Tech Bans and the Beginning of a Public Persona

Loomer first came to national attention through online activism and confrontational protest tactics. In 2019, Facebook permanently banned her from its platform, grouping her with a list of other figures the company had designated as “dangerous individuals.”

A spokesperson stated that the decision followed an extensive review process, adding, “We’ve always banned individuals or organizations that promote or engage in violence and hate, regardless of ideology.”

Prior to her Facebook removal, she had made headlines for cuffing herself to the front door of Twitter’s New York office in protest of being banned from that site as well. These actions marked the beginning of her shift from fringe commentary into broader political circles.

Following the bans, Loomer branded herself “the most banned woman on the internet,” a title she would continue using across her platforms. Her confrontations with major tech companies would become a recurring theme, feeding both her online identity and her claims of censorship.

Over the next few years, this persona laid the groundwork for deeper involvement in Republican politics — and, eventually, in President Trump’s orbit.

Entering the Political Arena

By 2020, Loomer had shifted from activism to electoral politics, running as a Republican candidate for Florida’s 21st Congressional District. Her campaign drew national attention, not only for her political positions but also for the online bans that had come to define her public image.

She positioned herself as a political outsider, using the visibility she had gained through social media conflicts to fuel her campaign messaging. In May 2022, she filed again to run for office — this time as a challenger in Florida’s 11th Congressional District.

Her candidacy was officially listed under the Republican Party, and her campaign was registered under “Laura Loomer for Congress Inc.” This marked her second bid for Congress in just two years, signaling a continued effort to translate her digital influence into formal political power.

Throughout both campaigns, Loomer used her personal platforms — including a podcast and Substack — to share her views, promote her journalism, and frame herself as a figure operating outside establishment politics.

On her Substack, she describes herself as “the enemy of big tech censors, establishment Republicans, communist Democrats, and the globalist elites they take their orders from.” Her messaging remained consistent: she worked independently, and she reported only to herself.

After two congressional runs and an expanding media presence, Loomer began appearing more regularly in close proximity to Trump.

Trump-Linked Appearances Increase

Loomer’s association with Trump became more visible in 2023, when The New York Times reported that the former president had told aides he wanted her hired. Though no official role was ever confirmed, the statement placed her in direct connection with his political inner circle.

From that point forward, Loomer was frequently spotted in settings typically reserved for close allies. By September 2024, her presence alongside Trump was publicly documented at multiple high-profile events.

She appeared backstage during his televised debate with former Vice President Kamala Harris in Philadelphia and was later seen in the spin room immediately afterward. The next day, she flew with him to New York City and Shanksville, Pennsylvania, to attend ceremonies commemorating the September 11 attacks.

While her exact role remained undefined, her consistent proximity to Trump placed her at the center of speculation and media focus leading into the 2024 election season.

Denial of Affair Allegations

In September 2024, Loomer publicly addressed circulating rumors about an alleged romantic relationship between her and Trump. On an episode of her podcast, she rejected the claims as “malicious” and a “salacious lie,” stating they were directed not only at her but also at the former president and his wife, Melania Trump.

“This is unacceptable,” she said. “And it’s a full-blown LIE and incredibly disrespectful to President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.” Loomer framed the rumors as part of a targeted media campaign meant to discredit her. She pointed out a perceived double standard in political reporting.

“If I was a Democrat… the media would be up in arms if the Republican media was doing this to a left-wing journalist,” she stated, adding that they would say, “‘They’re trying to Monica Lewinsky her… they’re trying to discredit the fact that she’s a working woman.'”

She emphasized that her work stood on its own, stating, “Some of us women have no desire to have sexual affairs with politicians or men with elite political status to climb the ladder.” She also commented on the scale of the backlash.

“I have never in my life seen such a coordinated attack by the mainstream media, the White House, and leftist personalities to target a private citizen and investigative journalist simply because I flew on a plane and I support Donald Trump,” she said.

As the speculation continued, Loomer responded more directly to the claims about her position and purpose, making clear she acted independently.

Asserting Her Independence: ‘I Work for Myself’

Speculation about Loomer’s influence and role continued. In February 2025, she responded directly to the claims circulating online. On X, she wrote, “I am a private citizen. And I do not work for Donald Trump, and I am not an advisor. I work for MYSELF.”

In the same post, Loomer criticized what she called a campaign of harassment and misrepresentation. “The left is disgusting, vulgar and vile,” she wrote. “They don’t like that I fight back and that’s why they want to destroy me. They will never succeed because I am stronger than all of them and I have an extreme threshold for pain and abuse.”

Around that time, she also shared a photo of herself hugging Trump, captioned, “I am a Day 1 Trump loyalist. Not many people can say they have been with Trump since Day 1. But I can.” The post came days after she had publicly denied any formal ties to the president.

In parallel with her political content, she continued sharing updates about her four dogs, a topic she often highlights in her posts.

Loomer’s Private Life and Love for Dogs

On February 12, Loomer shared a photo of two of her dogs, one lying on the floor, while one looked into the camera with a distinctive hairstyle. The caption read, “Mom, what did you do to my hair?”

A few days later, she posted another picture of her three dogs lying side by side near her recording setup with the caption, “All 3 of my pups patiently waiting for me to be done with my show.”

On National Walk Your Dog Day, February 22, she posted a group photo and wrote, “Good morning! Happy National Walk Your Dog Day from my pups! 🐶❤️”

By late March, Loomer began hinting that she might be adding a fourth. On March 23, during a charity event at Mar-a-Lago for the Furry Friends Animal Shelter, she posted, “Pretty sure I’m about to have 4 dogs tomorrow. 😅😂 I can’t control myself. I may or may not have casually committed to adopting a 4th dog.”

The next day, she confirmed the adoption. “It was national puppy day the other day, so naturally, I got a 4th dog. He’s a Shoodle. A Shih Tzu–poodle mix. I adopted him from the Furry Friends Animal Shelter. What should I name him?” she posted. She followed up the next day with a new photo of the puppy and described him in detail.

“He’s half black, he’s still a puppy, he’s got curly, nappy, poodle hair, he poops all over the place & he has NO MANNERS, so naturally he is creating chaos in my House. His claws are also very sharp, so he’s been scratching me and my other dogs. Since he’s a puppy, he can’t have his rabies shot yet,” she wrote.

She added a name suggestion to the mix, “Should I name him Crockett?” Just days later, Loomer’s name appeared in headlines again — this time in connection with a private meeting at the White House.

A Confidential Visit with Immediate Fallout

On April 2, 2025, Loomer met privately with Trump at the White House. According to officials cited by “The New York Times,” Loomer arrived with a stack of documents and named specific National Security Council officials she believed were disloyal to the president.

The following day, six senior staff members were dismissed from their positions. Those removed included Brian Walsh, the senior director for intelligence; Maggie Dougherty, the senior director for international organizations; and Thomas Boodry, the senior director for legislative affairs.

National security adviser Michael Waltz was present during the meeting and, according to the report, briefly defended some of the staff members, though the firings went forward regardless.

When asked about the dismissals, Trump responded, “We’re always going to let go of people — people we don’t like or people that take advantage of, or people that may have loyalties to someone else.” Loomer addressed the event in a post on X the next morning.

She wrote, “I woke up this morning to learn that there are still people in and around the West Wing who are LEAKING to the hostile, left-wing media about President Trump’s confidential and private meetings in the Oval Office.”

She added, “Out of respect for President @realDonaldTrump and the privacy of the Oval Office, I’m going to decline on divulging any details about my Oval Office meeting with President Trump.”

She described the meeting as “an honor” and said she had presented him with her “research findings,” emphasizing the importance of “STRONG VETTING” in protecting national security. Loomer made no further public statements about the meeting or its aftermath.

Her involvement, however, placed her at the center of one of the most high-profile staffing decisions of Trump’s post-presidency. Her position — unofficial but clearly influential — continues to leave many uncertain about where she truly stands.