Trump Stands by Provocateur Laura Loomer Despite Concerns From GOP Allies About Her Influence 

Former president says Ms. Loomer has ‘strong opinions,’ but insists he was unaware of her recent comments, including a post on X in which she said ‘the White House will smell like curry’ if Kamala Harris wins.

AP/Alex Brandon
President Trump at the Economic Club of New York, September 5, 2024. AP/Alex Brandon

RANCHO PALOS VERDES, California — President Trump refused on Friday to condemn recent racially insensitive and conspiratorial comments from provocateur Laura Loomer, who traveled with him earlier this week to Tuesday night’s presidential debate and several 9/11 memorial events.

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