President Donald Trump fired at least six National Security Council officials after a push from far-right activist and conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer in a 30-minute meeting on Thursday, multiple outlets reported, months after Loomer’s presence in Trump’s campaign sparked concern among his inner circle.
Loomer is a far-right conspiracy theorist who has spread hoaxes about the September 11 attacks. ... More
Loomer presented Trump with a list of national security officials she felt were disloyal to the president and urged Trump to fire them, the New York Times reported, citing an unnamed U.S. official with direct knowledge.
National Security Advisor Michael Waltz was present in the meeting, the Times reported, in which Loomer “excoriated” the officials in front of him.
This is a developing story that will continue to be updated.