Bulwark Takes MAGA Loons Are In Charge (w/ Tom Joscelyn) | Bulwark on Sunday
Apr 6, 2025
Tom Joscelyn, a Senior Fellow at Just Security and contributor to The Bulwark, joins Bill Kristol to dissect the alarming rise of far-right conspiracy theorists like Alex Jones and Laura Loomer in shaping Trump’s agenda. They delve into how these extreme viewpoints have transitioned from the fringes to the mainstream of American politics. The discussion highlights Loomer's radical beliefs, the troubling impact of conspiracism on governance, and the unsettling normalization of extremist ideologies within the MAGA movement.
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Loomer's Influence
- Laura Loomer, a far-right conspiracy theorist, met with Trump at the White House.
- Soon after, several NSC staffers and top security officials were fired, reportedly on Loomer's recommendation.
Conspiracy as a Political Weapon
- Loomer's influence demonstrates how conspiracy theories have become weaponized in politics.
- Roger Stone, a key figure in MAGA and a self-proclaimed mentor to Loomer, highlights this trend.
Conspiracism Central to Trumpism
- Conspiracism is not merely a fringe element but central to Trumpism's rise and power.
- Trump recognized and capitalized on the large online community of conspiracists, giving them a political voice.
