Fri Apr 04 07:07:01 UTC 2025: ## Trump Fires National Security Council Officials After Far-Right Activist’s Intervention

**Washington, D.C. –** President Donald Trump announced the dismissal of several National Security Council (NSC) officials on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025. The firings follow a meeting between Trump and far-right activist Laura Loomer, who expressed concerns about staff loyalty to the President’s “Make America Great Again” agenda.

While Trump downplayed Loomer’s influence, multiple anonymous sources confirmed she urged him to remove staffers deemed insufficiently loyal. Loomer subsequently appeared to take credit for the dismissals on social media.

The dismissed officials include at least three senior NSC members: Brian Walsh (Director for Intelligence), Thomas Boodry (Senior Director for Legislative Affairs), and David Feith (Senior Director for Technology and National Security), as well as multiple lower-ranking aides.

This personnel shake-up comes amidst ongoing turmoil within Trump’s national security team. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz is facing calls for his resignation after using the Signal app to discuss a sensitive military operation targeting Houthi militants in Yemen, an action that was inadvertently revealed to a journalist. The Pentagon’s acting inspector general will review this matter, along with other officials’ use of Signal for sensitive communications.

Trump defended Waltz and expressed frustration over inquiries regarding the Signal app usage. The President also praised Loomer, describing her as a “very good patriot” and acknowledging her input in personnel decisions. Loomer has a history of promoting conspiracy theories, including those associated with QAnon. The firings have drawn criticism, with Senator Mike Rounds expressing concerns about the dismissal of respected intelligence community members.

The incident highlights Trump’s ongoing association with individuals who promote falsehoods and conspiracy theories. The use of unsecured communication channels for sensitive operations and the influence of a far-right activist on key personnel decisions are raising serious questions about the administration’s national security practices.

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