Laura Loomer Fearful Of Elon Musk
Laura Loomer, a vocal ally of President-elect Donald Trump and a prominent far-right activist, recently raised concerns about the influence of billionaire Elon Musk over the Republican Party. In a candid conversation with conservative commentator Eric Bolling, Loomer suggested that some Republicans within Trump’s inner circle were hesitant to challenge Musk due to his immense wealth and influence.
“It seems like people are too scared to stand up to him,” Loomer remarked. “It’s like they’re afraid to cross the king—Elon Musk, the monarch of the tech world.” Her comments underscore a growing frustration among certain factions of the conservative base, who believe that Musk’s wealth and power have given him outsized influence over Trump’s campaign and even over Republican political strategies.
Loomer also expressed concerns about the vast sums Musk has funneled into Trump’s 2024 campaign, particularly his $200 million donation to the America PAC. “This is the problem when billionaires can donate unlimited amounts of money to political campaigns,” Loomer said. “It really makes you question whether we need stronger campaign finance laws in this country.” Musk’s contributions—reported to total nearly $239 million—have drawn both admiration and skepticism from different corners of the Republican Party, with some wondering whether such financial support comes with strings attached.
In a separate interview on Steve Bannon’s “War Room” podcast, Loomer criticized Musk’s close relationship with Trump, calling him a “Stage 5 clinger” for his unwavering loyalty. “He’s the richest man in the world, and he kind of orbits around President Trump,” Loomer quipped. While Musk’s public support for Trump is seen by some as a boost to the former president’s political prospects, Loomer and other hard-line conservatives worry that Musk’s sway could lead to compromises on key issues, especially on immigration and free speech.
Musk’s endorsement of policies like the H-1B work visa—an immigration program designed to attract foreign talent—has also sparked backlash from right-wing Republicans who view it as a threat to American jobs and sovereignty. Loomer and others argue that Musk’s progressive stances on certain issues, combined with his influence over Trump, could undermine conservative values and weaken the America First agenda.
The growing tension between the far-right and Musk highlights the delicate balancing act Trump must navigate in his 2024 campaign. With his base divided on key issues, Trump’s relationship with Musk could become a flashpoint in the race for the White House. For conservatives, the question remains: how much influence should one billionaire have over the direction of the party?