MAGA influencer Laura Loomer mounts Jewish apology tour in Ukraine, meeting with Zelensky and rabbi

MAGA influencer Laura Loomer has undertaken a visit to Ukraine, marking a significant shift in her public stance on the country and its leadership. During her trip, Loomer met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and influential Rabbi Moshe Azman, engaging in discussions about Ukraine's Jewish identity and antisemitism policies.

Loomer, known for her strong alignment with former President Donald Trump, publicly apologized for her previous assertions that Ukraine was "full of Nazi sympathizers" and that Zelensky was "a self-hating Nazi Jew." She stated, "I admit it, I fell for Russian propaganda," after sharing a meal with Rabbi Azman's family. Her visit included a tour of a historic Kyiv monastery recently damaged by Russian drones.

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I admit it, I fell for Russian propaganda.

This "Jewish Ukraine tour" occurs amidst a notable fracturing within the American right, particularly concerning stances on Israel and Ukraine. Loomer, who has been vocal in her pro-Israel views, finds herself in opposition to figures like Tucker Carlson, who has expressed skepticism about supporting Ukraine. The article notes that military aid to Ukraine has become a point of contention between hawkish and isolationist factions within the Republican party.

Loomer's evolving position contrasts with some other right-wing figures. While US Vice President JD Vance has previously halted aid to Ukraine, and Carlson conducted a favorable interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Loomer's recent actions signal a departure from her earlier pro-Russia tendencies. She has previously written for Russian state media and has feuded with other conservative media personalities, often citing her pro-Israel views as the cause for these disputes.

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I fell for Russian propaganda