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Laura Loomer says she was ‘bamboozled by Russian propaganda' to oppose Ukraine
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Ilia Novikov, Volodymr Yurchuk and Jill Colvin | The Associated Press , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 27, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about Loomer's shift in perspective are available from NBC Bay Area, including an interview with her in Kyiv.
A notable figure is speaking out about Russia's war in Ukraine. Laura Loomer, known for spreading conspiracy theories online, has changed her stance on the conflict. She is now urging conservatives to be cautious of Moscow's propaganda.
Loomer, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has reversed her criticism of Ukraine after traveling across the country to see the damage inflicted by Russia. She is advising people to look at facts themselves rather than relying on others for information. Further details about Loomer's shift in perspective are available from NBC Bay Area, including an interview with her in Kyiv.
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Category: library Published: July 27, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A notable figure is speaking out about Russia's war in Ukraine. Laura Loomer, known for spreading conspiracy theories online, has changed her stance on the conflict. She is now urging conservatives…
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