Laura Loomer, a far-right activist and political commentator, has sparked widespread controversy with her recent inflammatory comments about Muslims holding office in America. Her remarks came after Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic primary for New York City mayor in 2025. The 33-year-old Muslim candidate of South Asian origin defeated former Governor Andrew Cuomo in a stunning upset that shocked political observers.
Loomer took to social media to express her views about Mamdani’s victory. She wrote that she doesn’t feel safe with Muslims holding office in America. She also made serious accusations against Mamdani, claiming he inspires cop killers and Islamic terrorists. Her post received significant attention, garnering over 698,000 views on the platform.
In her controversial tweet, Loomer concluded with a stark statement about the ongoing conflict in Gaza. “This is why I will never care about Gaza,” she wrote, connecting her opposition to Muslim politicians with her stance on Middle Eastern politics. The comment drew sharp criticism from various users who pointed out what they saw as a double standard in how different groups are treated when making controversial statements.
Laura Loomer’s history of anti-Muslim rhetoric
This is not the first time Loomer has made anti-Muslim statements. She has previously described Islam as a ‘cancer on humanity’ and argued that Muslim candidates should not be allowed to hold office in America. Her extreme rhetoric has even shocked fellow Trump supporters, as seen when she suggested feeding 65 million Latino Americans to alligators, revealing a pattern of violent language targeting ethnic minorities. Loomer has openly called herself a “proud Islamophobe,” making her views on the religion clear to her followers and critics alike.
After Mamdani’s primary victory, Loomer escalated her rhetoric further. She predicted that there would be another 9/11 attack in New York City and blamed Mamdani in advance for any such incident. These comments came as she criticized what she saw as the dangers of having a Muslim mayor in the nation’s largest city.
Loomer gained additional attention during the 2024 presidential election when she traveled with then-candidate Donald Trump on September 11th to memorial services. Her influence on Trump has continued into his presidency, with Loomer claiming Trump sees her as a ‘guide’ and uses her reporting to decide who should be fired from his administration. Her presence at these events caused controversy, given her well-documented history of inflammatory statements about Muslims and Islam. Critics questioned the appropriateness of her attendance at events commemorating the victims of the September 11 attacks.
I don’t care who this offends.
— Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) July 29, 2025
I don’t feel safe with Muslims holding office in America.
Mamdani inspires cop killers and Islamic terrorists to wage war on the streets of America while screaming “Free Palestine”.
This is why I will never care about Gaza.
The social media response to Loomer’s latest comments has been mixed but largely critical. Some users pointed out what they perceived as hypocrisy in how hate speech is treated differently depending on who the target is. Others made references to violence and mass shootings, while some defended Loomer’s right to express her opinions.
If elected in November 2025, Mamdani would make history as New York City’s first Muslim mayor. He would also be the youngest mayor in more than a century. His victory in the Democratic primary represents a significant breakthrough for Muslim representation in American politics, particularly at such a high level of government.
The controversy highlights ongoing tensions around religious diversity in American politics. Loomer’s comments reflect broader debates about Islam, immigration, and representation that continue to divide public opinion. Her statements also demonstrate how social media platforms have become battlegrounds for these cultural and political conflicts.
The incident underscores the challenges facing Muslim politicians in America as they seek to participate in democratic processes while facing discrimination and prejudice. Mamdani’s campaign will likely need to address these issues as he moves toward the general election in November.
