White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre denounced comments made by right-wing conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer. She also criticized former President Trump for associating with her and bringing her along to an event commemorating those who lost their lives on 9/11.
WASHINGTON — White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Thursday slammed Donald Trump’s association with right-wing conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer, who has become an increasing presence alongside the former president as he seeks a second term. “No leader should ever associate with someone who spreads this kind of ugliness, this kind of racist poison,” Jean-Pierre said at a press briefing. The White House reaction comes after Trump attended a Sept.
” The Trump campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Jean-Pierre’s remarks. On Wednesday, a Trump campaign spokesperson provided a statement about the former president’s 9/11 commemoration, but did not answer questions about Trump’s travels with Loomer or whether the campaign was aware that she has pushed 9/11 conspiracy theories. Loomer has not responded to multiple requests for comment.
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