Loomer's Racist Posts Targeting Angie Nixon and Other Black Women Prompt Bipartisan Condemnation

On August 28, far-right activist Laura Loomer posted a video on X describing Florida Democratic Senate nominee State Representative Angie Nixon, U.S. Representatives Ilhan Omar and Ayanna Pressley, and used a slur against Nixon, writing “Angie Nixon is a ghetto, black, communist.” The posts generated criticism from elected officials across the political spectrum.

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Angie Nixon, a Jacksonville state representative, won the Democratic primary for the 2026 U.S. Senate race in Florida, positioning her to become the state’s first Black senator if she defeats incumbent Republican Senator Ashley Moody. Loomer, a self-described “conspiracy theorist” and longtime informal adviser to former President Donald Trump, has a history of incendiary remarks targeting Muslims, immigrants, and women of color. Her recent attacks coincided with Nixon’s campaign focus on alleged misappropriation of $10 million in children’s nonprofit funds by Senator Moody.

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“You attack and insult Black women because you believe peddling racism is good for your clicks and your business model,” — Maryland Governor Wes Moore. U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries labeled Loomer a “stone-cold racist.” Representative Rashida Tlaib added that “anti-Black racism goes unchecked.” The White House did not comment.

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Former Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene denounced Loomer’s remarks, writing, “I 1000% denounce Laura Loomer and her nasty, hateful, racists comments.” Democratic lawmakers, including Governor Moore and Rep. Jeffries, joined the condemnation, emphasizing that the language targets Black women’s identities and professional qualifications.

Laura Loomer faces backlash for racist attacks on Black women politicians

The controversy highlights tensions within the Trump-aligned sphere over the acceptability of overtly racist rhetoric. Critics argue that Loomer’s comments normalize harassment of Black women in politics and could influence voter perceptions in a high-profile Senate race. “It is somewhat difficult, but it's not something that I'm not used to, unfortunately, being a Black woman in politics,” — State Representative Angie Nixon. The episode also underscores the broader debate about how Republican leaders will distance—or not—from extremist voices as the 2026 midterms approach.

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• “I 1000% denounce Laura Loomer and her nasty, hateful, racists comments” — Marjorie Taylor Greene

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• “Angie Nixon is a ghetto, black, communist,” — Laura Loomer

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• “You attack and insult Black women because you believe peddling racism is good for your clicks and your business model.” — Wes Moore

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• “I've been called a dog, which is what she called me. I've been called a monkey, an ape, a gorilla. Dumb, ignorant, stupid. I've been threatened,” — Angie Nixon

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Angie Nixon is slated to face Senator Ashley Moody in the November 3 general election for the remainder of former Senator Marco Rubio’s term. The race is expected to draw national attention, and the controversy may remain a focal point in campaign messaging and voter outreach.

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