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Social Media Reacts To New Photo Of Laura Loomer Scoring A Pentagon Desk

What a strange flex

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Far-right activist Laura Loomer recently hit a new milestone. She now has her own desk in the Pentagon press room after big changes to the Pentagon’s press policy, which some journalists, like Dan Lamothe from The Washington Post, chose not to accept.

Loomer took to X (formerly Twitter) to show off her new workspace. “The Washington Post @washingtonpost and Dan Lamothe @DanLamothe used to occupy this desk inside the Pentagon Press room,” she wrote. “Now it’s mine!”

The reaction online was immediate. Some mocked the move, others were simply bewildered.

Ishaan Tharoor from The Washington Post described it as “a farce in one act.” Meanwhile, the user Catturd said, “This is going to trigger so many people.”

Lamothe responded with a bit of sarcasm. He wished Loomer well but also made a joke about her acting like getting his old desk was a big victory.

Check out more reactions below.

The Pentagon’s new press rules give some reporters more direct access to military briefings. This has caused a lot of discussion. Some people worry it gives fringe voices too much attention.

However, there is some irony in the situation. For years, reporters like Lamothe followed strict rules when covering the Pentagon. Now, Loomer occupies the same space, using it to broadcast her own perspective, often confrontational, to a highly engaged online audience.

Featured image via X screengrab

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Terry Lawson

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Terry is an editor and political writer based in Alabama. Over the last five years, he’s worked behind the scenes as a ghostwriter for a range of companies, helping shape voices and tell stories that connect. Now at Political Tribune, he writes sharp political pieces and edits with a close eye on clarity and tone. Terry’s work is driven by strong storytelling, attention to detail, and a clear sense of purpose. He’s skilled in writing, editing, and project management — and always focused on getting the message right. You can find him on X at https://x.com/TerryNotTrump.

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