Laura Loomer meets with Zelenskyy in Ukraine after major reversal on the war

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jill Colvin And Volodymyr Yurchuk, Associated Press, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · July 23, 2026 · 3 min read

Laura Loomer, an ardent ally of President Donald Trump with a reputation for incendiary social media commentary, met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday after a dramatic turnaround on the war that could have political reverberations back in Washington. Loomer had spent years ...

Why this matters in The San Antonio

The dramatic reversal by Laura Loomer on the war in Ukraine could have implications for San Antonio's own Ukrainian community. As a city with a significant population of Ukrainian Americans, San Antonio has been actively engaged in supporting Ukraine's defense efforts. Local organizations have been raising funds and collecting donations to aid Ukrainian refugees and military personnel. Loomer's change of heart, prompted by her firsthand experience of the war, may influence the views of her nearly two million followers, including those in San Antonio. This shift in perspective could potentially lead to increased support for Ukraine from conservative circles, which could have a positive impact on local fundraising efforts and community engagement. The meeting between Loomer and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may also raise awareness about the ongoing conflict and its effects on Ukrainian communities, including those in San Antonio.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 3 min

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Laura Loomer meets with Zelenskyy in Ukraine after major reversal on the war

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