Here’s what happened.
Two prominent figures in former President Donald Trump’s circle are currently embroiled in a heated social media dispute, highlighting some of the tensions within his political camp. Laura Loomer, a right-wing activist with a controversial reputation, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) have clashed on X (formerly known as Twitter) over Loomer’s recent inflammatory remarks about Vice President Kamala Harris’s Indian heritage.
Loomer, known for her provocative rhetoric, recently shared a post mocking Harris’s heritage, suggesting that a potential Harris administration would turn the White House into a place reminiscent of a call center smelling like ‘curry’. This comment was widely criticized as being both racist and offensive. In response, Greene condemned Loomer’s remarks, stating that such behavior is “appalling and extremely racist,” and insisted that it does not reflect the values of Republicans or the MAGA movement, nor does it align with President Trump’s standards.
The exchange between the two has been bitter, with Loomer accusing Greene of being a “raging antisemite” and defending her post as a “harmless joke” aimed at highlighting Harris’s evasion of tough questions. Greene, who has faced her own controversies, including accusations of promoting antisemitic conspiracy theories, has insisted that Loomer’s comments are damaging to Trump’s image and should be denounced and removed.
Loomer’s recent activities have also included accompanying Trump during the 9/11 anniversary commemorations, despite her previous controversial comments about the attacks. She has denied working for Trump’s campaign but was seen in close proximity to him, including on his plane during a recent debate.
In their feud, Loomer has disparaged Greene’s personal life and questioned her relevance, while Greene has criticized Loomer’s unstable behavior and inflammatory rhetoric. Both figures have a history of public disputes, with Greene having previously warned Trump against associating with Loomer due to her perceived instability and dishonesty.
Despite Loomer’s assertions of independence and dedication to conservative values, the public spat reveals deeper divisions and controversies within Trump’s broader political network.