Far-right influencer and non-appointed occasional Trump adviser, Laura Loomer, delivered a scathing rebuke of the Trump administration on Friday, October 10, 2025, following the announcement that Qatar would be granted an air force base in Idaho. The decision has created an unprecedented rift between one of Trump’s most ardent supporters and the administration she has long defended.

Loomer expressed her outrage on social media platform X with pointed sarcasm, asking, “Does this mean the call to prayer will be broadcasted in Idaho 5 times a day?” Her inflammatory response continued with additional provocative questions about Arabic lessons and religious accommodations, reflecting her deep opposition to what she characterized as Islamic influence on American soil.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the establishment of the Qatari Emiri Air Force facility at Mountain Home Air Force Base during a meeting with Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman al-Thani at the Pentagon on Friday. The facility will host Qatari F-15 fighter jets and pilots, allowing Qatari forces to train alongside American troops.

The 32-year-old Loomer, who has operated as Trump’s unofficial loyalty enforcer since August, viewed the decision as a betrayal of core MAGA principles. She characterized Qatar as funders of Islamic terrorism and expressed particular concern about the country’s documented financial support to Hamas. Her opposition stems from Qatar’s provision of billions of dollars in financial support to Hamas, according to multiple reports.

The arrangement appears linked to Qatar’s recent efforts to strengthen ties with the Trump administration. In May, Qatar gifted Trump a Boeing 747, while the previous month saw the Trump Organization purchase a golf course in Qatar. These transactions preceded Trump’s signing an executive order pledging to provide Qatar with protection levels comparable to some of America’s most powerful allies.

Loomer’s criticism represents a significant departure from her typical unwavering support of Trump. She threatened to withdraw her political engagement entirely, stating she would not vote in 2026 and could not encourage others to vote if the GOP continues what she termed the “Islamification” of America.

The controversy has highlighted broader concerns about the administration’s relationship with Qatar. During Trump’s first term in 2017, he criticized Qatar for funding Islamic terrorism, though his administration’s current stance suggests a marked shift in perspective. Hegseth praised the partnership during Friday’s Pentagon meeting, describing it as another example of cooperation between the two nations.

Other conservative voices have joined the criticism, with some pointing out perceived inconsistencies in the administration’s policies. GOP consultant Mike Madrid noted that President Biden faced criticism for a Chinese balloon flying over American airspace, while the current administration is providing Qatar with an entire air base on American soil.

Some defense experts have attempted to contextualize the arrangement, noting that similar facilities exist with other allies. Dan Caldwell, who was previously removed from the Department of Defense, indicated that such joint operations are common practice with countries that operate significant quantities of U.S. military aircraft, citing Singapore’s similar facility at the same airbase.

Loomer represents the second major MAGA figure to break with Trump and Republican leadership in recent days. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has similarly distanced herself from the party over issues, including the government shutdown and the release of Epstein files, though Greene has not yet commented on the Qatar air base decision.

Loomer, a self-described Islamophobe, has previously wielded considerable influence within Trump’s circle, earning the informal title of “Trump whisperer” for her ability to affect personnel decisions and policy shifts. Her attacks have previously resulted in firings across multiple government agencies, including the White House, National Security Agency, and Department of Justice.

The Qatar air base controversy has created an unusual political dynamic, with the decision facing criticism from both conservative Trump supporters and Democratic opponents. The arrangement stands in apparent contrast to Trump’s “America First” agenda, creating confusion among his traditional supporter base about the strategic rationale behind granting foreign military access to American soil.