In a surprising and personal moment, former US President Donald Trump used a White House Christmas party speech to publicly announce the engagement of one of his most vocal supporters, far-right political activist Laura Loomer. This public shout-out marks a significant step in Loomer's journey from the fringes of the MAGA movement to gaining recognition at its very core.
Trump's Surprise Announcement and Seal of Approval
During the festive gathering, Trump singled out the 32-year-old activist, describing her as a "very beautiful young woman" who is "very low-key, not controversial at all," a tongue-in-cheek remark given her highly contentious public profile. Visibly scanning the crowd from the podium, he asked, "Where's Laura? Where's your boyfriend?" before declaring, "You're getting married."
Trump linked her news to his own son's recent engagement announcement, creating a parallel between the families. When he pressed Loomer on the wedding date, she responded that they hadn't officially announced it yet, making Trump the first person to break the news. The former president laughed and gave his approval, adding that Loomer possesses "a big heart."
Loomer's Official Confirmation and Political Journey
Following the event, Laura Loomer took to her preferred social media platform to confirm the engagement officially. She expressed her honour at being recognized by Trump and noted the unique circumstance of the President scooping her on her own announcement. "It is an even bigger honor that the President of the United States just scooped me on publicly announcing my own engagement to the world from the White House!" she wrote. She also thanked "the greatest President ever" for approving of her fiancé.
Loomer, born in May 1993 in Tucson, Arizona, identifies as an investigative journalist on her website, Loomered. Her career began in earnest while she was a senior at Barry University, where she created an undercover video filming officials discussing a proposed club for ISIS-supporting students. This footage was picked up by James O'Keefe's Project Veritas, leading to a job with the group.
How She Rose to Trump's Attention
Laura Loomer first grabbed headlines in 2017 by interrupting a New York production of "Julius Caesar" that depicted a Trump-like emperor. Her political bid in 2020, when she ran for Congress in Florida's 21st District and won the Republican primary, directly caught Trump's eye. He congratulated her on Twitter, boosting her profile significantly.
Her influence appears to have grown since. In April, after Loomer urged Trump to fire national security officials for disloyalty, he endorsed her view and subsequently dismissed the director of the National Security Agency and his deputy. She has accompanied Trump on 9/11 anniversary travels and, despite being banned from major social media platforms, recently secured a press credential at the Pentagon.
The Mystery Fiancé and Lasting Impact
While the world now knows of her engagement, details about Loomer's partner remain scarce. She has revealed they met on a plane, have dated for over a year, and that he is not in politics but is "politically informed." She actively keeps him away from the media to avoid targeting. A mystery man was photographed with her at a White House Hanukkah event, but his identity is not yet public.
This episode underscores Laura Loomer's transition from a controversial internet personality and banned activist to a figure formally acknowledged within Trump's inner circle. The public engagement announcement at the White House symbolizes a new level of acceptance and highlights the enduring bond between the former president and his most unwavering supporters.
