Who is Laura Loomer, the far-right influencer behind national security firings?

The white nationalist has been in Trump's orbit for years, although the White House has tried to sideline her at times

Laura Loomer, a rightwing extremist and political influencer known for her incendiary social media presence, appeared to have been sidelined at points by Donald Trump's election campaign and then by his new administration.

But she has long had the US president's ear and may have it again, at least for now.