Laura Loomer demands Trump withdraw Earl Matthews' Pentagon nomination
- Laura Loomer publicly criticized Earl Matthews, arguing that he is not loyal to President Trump.
- She asserts that Matthews' connections to Trump critics, such as John Bolton and Mark Milley, pose a risk to Trump's policies.
- Matthews defended himself against Loomer's claims, while some Republican senators supported his nomination.
In recent days, Laura Loomer, an outspoken supporter of Donald Trump and a right-wing activist, has publicly targeted Earl Matthews, who was nominated by Trump to serve as the Department of Defense's General Counsel. Loomer's allegations emerged following Matthews' Senate Armed Services Committee nomination hearing. She argued that Matthews is associated with individuals who are hostile towards Trump, namely former National Security Adviser John Bolton and General Mark Milley, who have both publicly criticized Trump's policies. Loomer has claimed that Matthews' views on various issues, including his alleged support for Democratic initiatives, significantly compromise his loyalty to Trump. Loomer’s attack is contextualized by her recent meeting with Trump, during which she expressed fears regarding the loyalty of several National Security Council staffers. Loomer has suggested that Matthews' connections and actions demonstrate a lack of commitment to Trump's agenda, fueling further speculation about the loyalty of political appointees within the administration. In response to Loomer's statements, Matthews refuted her claims as ridiculous, asserting his allegiance to Trump's policies. Despite Loomer's influence, several Republican senators expressed confidence in Matthews' qualifications, emphasizing that he had been appropriately vetted for the position. This ongoing conflict illustrates the internal struggles within Trump’s circle, where loyalty seems to overshadow experience and expertise, raising concerns about the future of U.S. intelligence operations.