Loomer’s outsized influence with the president came under heightened scrutiny in April after she reportedly encouraged him to oust Gen. Timothy Haugh, the head of the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command, and his deputy, Wendy Noble, who were largely seen by lawmakers on both sides as uncontroversial and nonpartisan.

President Donald Trump has downplayed the influence of Laura Loomer, a right-wing provocateur known for her incendiary social media presence, in his administration’s decision-making.