Loomer Drives Trump Administration Loyalty Purge

Laura Loomer, a far-right activist and self-proclaimed Trump loyalty enforcer, has played a major role in the Trump administration’s purge of officials considered disloyal since January 2025. Loomer's anonymous tip line, used by insiders, has led to at least 16 firings, including NSA general counsel April Falcon Doss, FDA vaccine chief Dr. Vinay Prasad, and former CISA director Jen Easterly. While her influence is sometimes decisive in staff changes, some in Trump’s inner circle keep her at arm’s length, and White House officials note that her criticism is only one factor in personnel decisions. Loomer’s campaign is part of a broader push to reshape federal agencies and remove perceived opposition. Some insiders reportedly use her as a weapon against rivals, while others express mixed feelings about her tactics. Despite controversy, Loomer's devotion to Trump has elevated her influence in the administration.