Laura Loomer, a close ally of President Donald Trump, has reversed her longtime criticism of Ukraine and is now urging fellow conservatives to be wary of Moscow’s propaganda. Loomer, who has been influential with Trump despite not having an official role, recently traveled to Ukraine to see the damage inflicted by Russia in its years-long war.

Loomer’s Change of Heart

Loomer has come to realize she was misled by Russian propaganda and now believes Ukraine is not the country she once thought it was. She had previously amplified Russian propaganda, but now she is speaking out against it. Loomer’s turnaround on Ukraine has been welcomed by the country’s leaders, whose relationships with Trump have been strained at times.

Loomer’s trip to Ukraine was not financed by the Ukrainian government, she claims. She met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other top officials, and she expects to meet with Trump after returning from her trip. Loomer has a long history of spreading conspiracy theories, but she now says she was duped by Russian propaganda.

Impact on US-Ukraine Relations

Loomer’s change in perspective could have a significant impact on US-Ukraine relations. As Trump and Zelenskyy prepare to meet, Loomer’s trip has already made a difference, refocusing attention on the war as Congress debates new sanctions intended to punish Russia. Loomer believes her reversal is already changing minds within Trump’s ‘Make America Great Again’ movement.

Original reporting: NBC Connecticut — read the source article.