In a sweeping shift that threatens press norms, far-right political activist Laura Loomer has been credentialed to cover the U.S. Department of Defense, according to a person familiar with the decision. Her inclusion comes as the Pentagon revamps its press corps, requiring new agreements that many mainstream outlets have declined to sign.
Under the new policy, reporters are barred from soliciting off-script interviews or independently pursuing unapproved information. Dozens of legacy organizations — including The Washington Post, New York Times, CNN and Fox News — walked out in protest rather than accede to the restrictions. Among those who accepted the framework are right-wing outlets and social media influencers; Loomer is one of the most prominent to be added.
Loomer, 32, is a vocal Trump ally and former congressional candidate in Florida whose activism includes viral social media campaigns and public attacks on defense figures she deems disloyal. She has claimed to have influenced personnel changes in the Trump administration — assertions that some critics say overstate her reach.
Her credentialing has drawn intense scrutiny from press freedom advocates, who warn that embedding partisan influencers in official press corps roles could amplify propaganda and curtail independent oversight. The Pentagon declined immediate comment; Loomer did not respond to requests for confirmation.
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