In a recent episode of *The View*, the panel engaged in a critical discussion regarding Laura Loomer, a right-wing activist known for her extreme views and conspiracy theories. The conversation took place in the context of Loomer’s growing influence within far-right circles, particularly her association with former President Donald Trump.

The segment began with Joy Behar introducing Loomer as a provocative figure, and the panel immediately reacted with a mixture of disbelief and criticism. “If her name doesn’t ring a bell,” Joy said, “Miss Loomer is a right-wing provocateur and conspiracy theorist.” The hosts highlighted Loomer’s controversial and racist remarks, including a recent tirade she posted targeting Vice President Kamala Harris. Behar compared Loomer’s extremism to that of far-right Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene but claimed that Loomer took it to even more alarming levels. “This woman makes Marjorie Taylor Greene sound like Madeleine Albright,” Behar quipped, as the audience laughed, but the hosts’ underlying concern was clear: Loomer’s rhetoric was dangerously extreme.

Sunny Hostin took the discussion further by providing more details about Loomer’s disturbing history. She reminded viewers of Loomer’s long list of inflammatory actions, from making 9/11 conspiracy claims to spreading hateful rhetoric against various public figures. Hostin referenced an incident where Loomer accused Casey DeSantis, the wife of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, of exaggerating her breast cancer diagnosis to garner sympathy. In addition to this, Loomer had previously attacked Kellyanne Conway’s daughter, mocking her intelligence, and once called former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords “brain dead” after Giffords survived a gunshot wound to the head. The list of Loomer’s public attacks seemed endless.

Ana Navarro chimed in to add more context to Loomer’s troubling behavior. Referring to her sarcastically as “Laura Looney,” Navarro pointed out that Loomer had access to Trump’s inner circle, traveling with him on his campaign plane. Navarro emphasized that the people chosen to travel with a candidate on their campaign plane are not random or irrelevant; they are trusted individuals who have influence. This, Navarro argued, was indicative of the types of people Trump surrounds himself with. “Make no mistake,” Navarro warned, “this woman is a racist, and she has access to Donald Trump.”

The conversation shifted to the broader implications of Trump’s associations, as Sara Haines and Alyssa Farah Griffin discussed what it might mean for a potential second Trump administration. Haines expressed concern over who Trump would bring into his inner circle if he were to regain power, noting that he had already surrounded himself with extremists, such as J.D. Vance. Griffin took it further, speculating on Trump’s deteriorating judgment and ability to make sound decisions. She pointed out that Trump, who once mocked President Joe Biden for showing signs of cognitive decline, might be facing similar issues himself. “There is a decline with Donald Trump,” Griffin stated, suggesting that his recent actions reflect a concerning lack of judgment, especially given the high stakes of his legal battles.

Behar, ever quick with a quip, jumped in to clarify Griffin’s point: “You’re saying he has the big ‘D,’” she joked, leaving the audience to infer that she meant “dementia.” Sunny Hostin, ever the voice of clarity, added, “She means dementia.”

A key part of the discussion revolved around how Trump’s decisions and associations could impact his campaign. Griffin argued that Trump was making questionable moves, such as associating with fringe figures like Loomer, at a time when he needed to solidify support. Haines noted that Trump was targeting low-propensity voters—typically white males who might be influenced by certain podcasts or online discussions. These voters, she said, were less likely to vote in typical elections, but Trump’s efforts to appeal to them could have an impact. Hostin, however, wasn’t as optimistic, equating this strategy with courting low intelligence voters.

The discussion returned to Loomer when Sunny Hostin brought up a legal disclaimer, clarifying that Loomer had stated she was not officially part of Trump’s campaign. However, the hosts expressed skepticism, considering the amount of time Loomer spent with Trump on the campaign trail. Additionally, Hostin mentioned that Loomer had made derogatory remarks about the Indian community, particularly targeting Vice President Harris, who is of Indian descent. Loomer’s history of bigotry and incendiary comments clearly struck a nerve with the panel, and the hosts were adamant that her influence was a cause for concern.

As the conversation wrapped up, Ana Navarro made a final point that encapsulated the group’s frustration with Trump’s continued alignment with figures like Loomer. She asserted that Trump’s associations with racists were not coincidental or insignificant; they were a reflection of his own views. “The reason he’s got racists around him,” Navarro stated, “is because Donald Trump is a racist.”

The episode of *The View* provided a candid and unfiltered discussion on the dangers of far-right extremism and the growing presence of figures like Laura Loomer within Trump’s orbit. The panelists expressed concern not only for the political implications of this association but also for the broader societal impact of normalizing hate speech and conspiracy theories.