Analysts discuss how right-wing activist Laura Loomer gained influence over Trump
Far-right activist Laura Loomer, who has peddled conspiracy theories and who has a history of making controversial remarks, has been seen with former President Donald Trump while other members of the GOP are choosing to distance themselves from her. Watch CNN’s coverage to learn more:
00:00 – 4:53 As right-wing activist Laura Loomer has emerged as a member of former President Donald Trump’s inner circle, CNN’s Elle Reeve looks back on Loomer’s history of controversy.
4:54 – 11:34 CNN’s Manu Raja details what Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) told him about Loomer. Author Jesselyn Cook also weighs in.
11:35 – 18:27 CNN chief media analyst Brian Stelter walks through multiple social media posts by Laura Loomer. CNN political commentator Alyssa Farah Griffin and former Biden official Meghan Hays discuss the impact Loomer could have on Trump.
18:28 – 23:29 CNN’s Pamela Brown asks Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) on whether Trump should be surrounding himself with ‘right-wing firebrands.’ Then, a panel of experts react to the interview.
