How Laura Loomer built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Laura Loomer is an American far-right political activist, conspiracy theorist, and internet personality known for her controversial views and online presence. She gained prominence through her activism and commentary, often associated with the alt-right movement. Loomer has been banned from several social media platforms for violating their policies against hate speech and misinformation. She unsuccessfully ran as a Republican candidate for Florida's 21st congressional district in 2020 and Florida's 11th congressional district in 2022.
2015: Loomer Graduates from Barry University
In 2015, Laura Loomer graduated from Barry University with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism.
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August 2017: Loomer Appointed Shillman Fellow
In August 2017, Laura Loomer was appointed as a "Shillman Fellow," with Robert J. Shillman contributing to her salary.
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September 2017: Loomer Resigns from Rebel Media
In September 2017, Laura Loomer resigned from Rebel Media after three months.
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March 2018: Harassment at Noor Salman Trial
In March 2018, Laura Loomer's press credentials were revoked after she harassed the family of Noor Salman at her trial. She was later removed by a U.S. Marshal when she returned.
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April 2018: Disruption of James Comey Book Event
In April 2018, Laura Loomer disrupted an event promoting James Comey's book, "A Higher Loyalty", and was removed from the building by security.
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August 2018: Disruption of Rashida Tlaib Event
In August 2018, Laura Loomer disrupted a congressional campaign event by Rashida Tlaib. Loomer asked leading questions about Tlaib's stance on Hamas.
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August 2018: Disruption of Ilhan Omar Campaign Event
In August 2018, Laura Loomer disrupted a congressional campaign event for Ilhan Omar. She shouted questions implying Omar was antisemitic.
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September 2018: Interruption of House Committee Hearing
In September 2018, Laura Loomer interrupted a House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing, accusing Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey of censoring conservatives. She was escorted out after a mock auction of her phone by a Republican representative.
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October 2018: Escorted from Andrew Gillum Campaign Event
In October 2018, Laura Loomer was escorted by police from a campaign event for Andrew Gillum, the Democratic nominee for governor of Florida.
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2018: Lawsuit Against CAIR
In 2018, Laura Loomer and her company Illoominate Media sued the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), alleging a conspiracy to ban her from Twitter.
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February 2019: "Investigation" of Ilhan Omar
In February 2019, Laura Loomer traveled to Minnesota with Jacob Wohl and Ali Alexander to "investigate" a baseless rumor that Ilhan Omar had married her brother for citizenship.
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February 2019: Donations Linked to Anti-Muslim Group
In February 2019, it was reported that donations solicited by Laura Loomer were going to the address of The United West, listed as an anti-Muslim hate group. PayPal subsequently banned Loomer.
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March 2019: Ejected from CPAC
In March 2019, Jacob Wohl and Laura Loomer were ejected from CPAC after attempting to present evidence from their trip to Minnesota regarding Ilhan Omar.
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2019: Lawsuit Against Rashida Tlaib
In 2019, Laura Loomer filed an unsuccessful lawsuit against U.S. Representative Rashida Tlaib, alleging Tlaib "violently grabbed" her cellphone during an August 2018 event.
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2019: Banned from CPAC
In 2019, Laura Loomer was banned from the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) after aggressively confronting reporters and entering a media-only area.
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August 2020: Loomer Wins Republican Primary
In August 2020, Laura Loomer won the Republican primary for Florida's 21st congressional district, receiving support from President Donald Trump.
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2020: Appeal Lost in CAIR Lawsuit
In 2020, Laura Loomer lost an appeal in her lawsuit against CAIR, with the court ruling that she offered nothing beyond vague speculation to indicate CAIR's involvement.
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2020: Loomer's Congressional Run
In 2020, Laura Loomer ran as the Republican nominee for Florida's 21st congressional district but lost to Democrat Lois Frankel.
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September 2021: Loomer Announces Candidacy for Florida's 11th District
In September 2021, Laura Loomer announced her candidacy for Florida's 11th district in 2022.
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2021: Confrontation at Bitcoin 2021 Conference
In 2021, Laura Loomer confronted Jack Dorsey at the Bitcoin 2021 conference, alleging censorship and election interference, leading to her removal from the event.
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2021: Ordered to Reimburse CAIR's Attorney Fees
In 2021, Laura Loomer was ordered by a U.S. magistrate judge to reimburse more than $120,000 in attorney's fees to CAIR.
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2021: Supreme Court Denies Petition
In 2021, the Supreme Court denied Laura Loomer's petition to hear her case against social media companies, upholding the dismissal.
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August 23, 2022: Loomer Loses Primary Election and Refuses to Concede
On August 23, 2022, Laura Loomer lost the primary election for Florida's 11th district to Daniel Webster but refused to concede, citing voter fraud.
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December 2022: Twitter Account Reinstated
In December 2022, Elon Musk reinstated Laura Loomer's Twitter account after purchasing the platform, reversing her previous ban.
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2022: Loomer's Republican Primary Loss
In 2022, Laura Loomer ran in the Republican primary for Florida's 11th congressional district but was defeated by incumbent Daniel Webster.
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2022: Lawsuit Against Facebook and Twitter
In 2022, Laura Loomer sued Facebook and Twitter again, alleging their anti-hate speech policies constitute racketeering. The suit was dismissed.
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April 2023: Trump Considers Hiring Loomer
In April 2023, Donald Trump considered hiring Laura Loomer for his presidential campaign, but senior advisors discouraged him from doing so.
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2024: Defamation Lawsuit Against Bill Maher
In 2024, Laura Loomer sued Bill Maher for defamation after he suggested that Donald Trump was having an extramarital affair with her.
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