'Loomered': Far-right activist calling the shots over Trump loyalty, ousting at least 15 people

Personnel & Influence - Laura Loomer, despite lacking government or corporate experience, exerts influence on hiring and firing decisions within the administration due to her loyalty to Donald Trump [2][4][5] - Loomer's influence has led to the removal of at least 15 individuals from the Trump administration [3] - The administration's vetting process relies on anonymous tips funneled through Laura Loomer's website, raising concerns about transparency and security [15][16] Competency vs Loyalty - The administration prioritizes loyalty to Donald Trump over merit and competency in appointments, potentially impacting the effectiveness and integrity of government operations [6][7][9] - The appointment of Joe Kent as director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), who believes in conspiracy theories about January 6th, raises concerns about the qualifications and direction of the agency [18][19][20] - The focus on loyalty over expertise is not conducive to effective governance and could lead to legal challenges from dismissed employees [17] Constitutional Concerns - Executive branch employees take an oath to the Constitution, not to the president, and prioritizing loyalty to an individual undermines this principle [11] - The administration's approach contrasts with the traditional emphasis on expertise and adherence to the rule of law [10][11] National Security - The FBI has identified domestic terrorism as the greatest threat to America, while the NCTC primarily focuses on international threats, raising questions about resource allocation and strategic priorities [23]