"They're Eating The Pets", Laura Loomer, The Stupidity Loop Oh My!

Tangerine Palpatine has Finally Found his Eva Braun

Moving forward on all blogs with Donald Trump - we will be referring to him as Tangerine Palpatine.

The rise of Tangerine Palpatine brought with it a new era of political idiocy, where lies and conspiracy theories became mainstream currency for his most fervent supporters. Enter Laura Loomer, a prime example of how far-right grifters, desperate for relevance, latch onto the Tangerine Palpatine train, embracing a "stupidity loop" that keeps misinformation churning for an audience more interested in outrage than reality. The lie that immigrants were eating pets in Springfield, Ohio, perfectly captures this moronic cycle—a tale so absurd it should’ve died instantly, but instead, it spread like wildfire among Tangerine Palpatine supporters, revealing the intellectual rot at the core of MAGA culture.

The so-called pet-eating immigrants' rumor, devoid of any basis in fact, was a symptom of the broader MAGA disease—a pathological need to demonize the "other" to justify their xenophobic and often racist agenda. Instead of embracing reality, Tangerine Palpatine and his followers, including fringe mouthpieces like Loomer, peddled fantasy, doubling down on fabrications because they knew their audience would eat it up. This is the stupidity loop in action: feed the base an outlandish claim, watch as they regurgitate it across social media, and then reinforce the lie with more lies. Facts? Who needs them when ignorance is your currency?

Laura Loomer, is a deviant fuck, a relentless attention-seeker with a penchant for bigotry, epitomizes this loop. Her career is a cesspool of Islamophobia, immigrant-bashing, and sheer idiocy. She has never let truth get in the way of a good grift, and Trumpism provided her with the perfect audience—people who are not only willing but eager to believe the most asinine, fact-free claims. The idea that immigrants are coming to America to feast on household pets is so patently ridiculous, yet in the MAGA echo chamber, it became just one more "truth" in their alternate universe where Trump walks on water and immigrants are demonic invaders.

This idiocy isn’t harmless. It's part of the calculated narrative that Tangerine Palpatine and his minions, including Loomer, use to manipulate their followers. The Springfield pet-eating hoax was deployed to whip up fear, making immigrants out to be savage threats to American life. But the real savagery is the intellectual wasteland that Trump and his cult-like movement have created, where followers reject reality for the comforting delusion that they’re the last bastion of civilization, fighting off hordes of barbaric invaders. It’s as stupid as it sounds, but MAGA thrives on stupidity.

Tangerine Palpatine, of course, has mastered the stupidity loop. From his claims that Mexico would pay for the wall to his constant fearmongering about immigrant "rapists" and "criminals," he’s built his empire on lies. When a figure like Laura Loomer amplifies these falsehoods, she’s just one more cog in the MAGA machine—a machine that runs on ignorance, paranoia, and racism. The Springfield lie was another tool in Tangerine Palpatine's arsenal to stoke division, and Loomer was only too happy to carry the torch, proving once again that in Tangerine Palpatine’s America, stupidity isn’t a bug; it’s a feature.

The fact that so many people bought into the idea of immigrants eating pets reveals the intellectual bankruptcy of MAGA world. These are the same people who believe Tangerine Palpatine’s election was stolen, despite all evidence to the contrary, and that COVID-19 was a hoax. Loomer, who thrives on the paranoia of these people, knows exactly what she’s doing. She doesn’t care about truth or integrity. Like Tangerine Palpatine, she’s playing to the lowest common denominator, banking on the fact that there’s always a large segment of the population ready to believe the most ridiculous, xenophobic garbage if it aligns with their fears.

But let’s not kid ourselves—this stupidity isn’t accidental. It’s intentional. Tangerine Palpatine, Loomer, and their ilk actively cultivate this culture of ignorance because it keeps their base loyal, angry, and, most importantly, distracted from the real issues. When Tangerine Palpatine rails against immigrants or Loomer spews her bile about Muslims, they aren’t offering solutions. They’re creating scapegoats, diverting attention from their own failures by manufacturing crises that don’t exist. Immigrants aren’t eating pets in Ohio, but why let that stop the stupidity train?

The stupidity loop goes like this: someone like Loomer or Tangerine Palpatine throws out a blatantly false, inflammatory statement, it gets picked up by right-wing media, spreads like a virus through MAGA social circles, and by the time it’s debunked, it doesn’t matter because the lie has already served its purpose. In this case, the lie was meant to demonize immigrants further, reinforcing the ridiculous notion that America is under siege by foreign hordes who don’t share our values. In truth, it’s the MAGA crowd that doesn’t share American values—values like truth, integrity, and basic decency.

Loomer’s career is the perfect testament to this stupidity loop. Despite being banned from multiple social media platforms for hate speech and misinformation, she still found a home among Tangerine Palpatine’s die-hard followers. Why? Because in MAGA world, facts are irrelevant, and the more outrageous the claim, the more likely it is to be believed. It’s not that Tangerine Palpatine and Loomer are misinformed or misguided—they know exactly what they’re doing. They’re cynically manipulating the stupidity of their base to maintain power, profit, and relevance. 

Ultimately, the pet-eating immigrant lie in Springfield wasn’t just a random hoax—it was a strategic deployment of disinformation in the service of a broader agenda. Tangerine Palpatine, Loomer, and their followers are engaged in a battle against reality itself, using the stupidity loop to keep their base in a perpetual state of fear and anger. It’s a strategy that worked for Tangerine Palpatine throughout his presidency, and figures like Loomer are more than happy to continue the cycle. The result is a political landscape where truth is dead, and the only thing that matters is how many people you can convince to believe your lies.

In this idiotic world, it’s not surprising that a rumor as absurd as immigrants eating pets gained traction. What’s surprising is that there’s still a sizable portion of America willing to believe it, proving once again that in Tangerine Palpatine’s MAGA dystopia, stupidity isn’t just encouraged—it’s mandatory.

NFTOS
Editor-In-Chief
Roger West

“Unwitting” Russian Useful Idiots

 

MAGA INFLUENCERS BECOME RUSSIAN USEFUL IDIOTS

Benny Johnson and Tim Pool, two prominent mouthpieces in the MAGA media ecosystem, have long presented themselves as truth-tellers exposing the lies of the mainstream press. However, recent revelations from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) show that both of these figures, along with other influencers like Dave Rubin, and Tayler Hansen, were involved in a Russian-funded disinformation campaign, whether they knew it or not. According to a federal indictment, Russian state-backed entities funneled nearly $10 million into a media company believed to be Tenet Media, which employed Johnson, Pool, and others. While all of them claim they were unaware of the source of the funding, ignorance does not absolve one from the law.

Benny Johnson, no stranger to controversy, was fired from BuzzFeed in 2014 for plagiarism, an incident that had already called into question his credibility as a journalist. BuzzFeed’s internal review found over 40 instances of plagiarism in Johnson’s work, tarnishing his reputation. This history of ethical breaches only adds to the weight of his involvement in the Russian disinformation scheme. While he claims to have been an unwitting participant, his track record suggests a pattern of irresponsibility when it comes to the accuracy and integrity of his work​.

Dave Rubin, who has positioned himself as a free speech advocate and critic of mainstream media, now finds himself entangled in a scheme designed to manipulate American public opinion for Russian interests. Rubin’s significant following only magnifies the reach of the disinformation he helped spread, and while he insists that he was deceived by Tenet Media’s founders, his negligence in not thoroughly investigating the company’s funding is glaring. The law does not excuse such ignorance, especially when the content in question aims to interfere with American elections. Rubin, like the others, must face the reality that he played a key role in spreading harmful narratives.​

Tayler Hansen, another key figure in this media operation, was also swept into this disinformation campaign. Known for his activism and strong right-wing commentary, Hansen’s involvement underscores the pervasive nature of this Russian influence operation. While he, too, claims to be a victim of the scheme, Hansen’s participation in spreading propaganda—whether knowingly or not—poses a serious threat to American democracy. The DOJ’s investigation shows that all of these influencers, including Hansen, Rubin, Johnson, Pool were integral parts of a larger effort to sway public opinion in favor of Russian interests​

It’s important to understand that being "unwitting" participants in a foreign propaganda campaign does not negate the seriousness of their actions. The DOJ has made it clear that violations of the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) and conspiracy to commit money laundering are at the heart of this case. Johnson, Pool, Rubin, Hansen may not have known that Russian agents were behind the scenes, but the law still holds individuals accountable for their role in disseminating content designed to undermine American democracy. The DOJ’s pursuit of these violations underscores that such influence operations are not minor infractions; they are crimes that strike at the core of national security​.

Attorney General Merrick Garland, in his recent address before Congress, emphasized the significance of this case as part of a broader effort to counter foreign interference in U.S. elections. Garland made it clear that this kind of operation represents a "bigger threat than it ever was before" and that the U.S. government will be "relentlessly aggressive" in pursuing individuals and organizations involved in these schemes. Whether Pool, Johnson, Rubin, Hansen knowingly participated or were merely useful idiots in a larger operation is irrelevant when the consequences are this dire. The damage has been done, and the law will hopefully hold those responsible accountable​.

Pool, Johnson, and their colleagues have all issued statements claiming victimhood, asserting that they were deceived by Tenet Media’s founders. However, this defense feels hollow in light of the indictment. When dealing with political content that could shape public opinion and influence elections, due diligence is not just recommended—it’s required. Pool's and Johnson's claims that they were merely engaging in a “standard business deal” – and yet they ignored the profound responsibility that comes with their platform sizes. Their negligence, whether deliberate or accidental, helped spread Russian propaganda aimed at destabilizing the U.S. democracy​.

Furthermore, the law offers little sympathy for those who claim ignorance. Under FARA, anyone acting on behalf of a foreign government must register and disclose their activities, whether they are aware of the connection or not. The DOJ’s indictment makes it clear that the influencers involved in this scheme, including Rubin and Hansen, were tools in a larger Russian disinformation campaign. Even if they were unaware, their actions contributed to spreading narratives that benefitted a foreign adversary. Ignorance is not a defense when national security is at stake​.

As Congress continues to investigate foreign interference in U.S. elections, this case serves as a stark reminder that no one is above scrutiny, especially when national security is involved. The DOJ has taken a hardline stance on foreign interference, and cases like this illustrate why. The fact that Johnson, Pool, Rubin, Hansen were used as unwitting agents of Russian influence - does not make their actions any less dangerous or harmful. Their platforms helped spread divisive narratives, and for that, they should be held accountable by both the law and their audiences​.

Together, these five influencers represent a significant portion of the extreme MAGA alternative media landscape that appeals to audiences disillusioned with mainstream outlets. Their collective failure to recognize the origins of their funding or question the intent behind the content they were producing has serious consequences. The DOJ’s aggressive pursuit of this case signals that foreign interference will not be tolerated, no matter how large or influential the figures involved may be. Whether it’s Rubin’s insistence on free speech, Pool’s claim to be a victim, or Johnson’s dismissive stance on his role, the law is clear: ignorance is not a defense when it comes to safeguarding national security​

As the DOJ continues to uncover more about this operation, the involvement of Rubin, Johnson, Pool, and Hansen, underscores the broader issue of accountability in media. With thousands of followers and significant influence, these individuals cannot afford to be reckless in their business dealings. Their failure to recognize the signs of foreign interference has had devastating consequences, and they now face both legal and public scrutiny. The intertwining of their stories reveals a disturbing trend of media figures being used as tools for foreign powers, whether they realize it or not​, the involvement of these influencers demonstrates the pervasive nature of Russian influence operations. Whether through negligence, willful blindness, or just being plain fucking stupid, they contributed to the spread of dangerous disinformation that threatens the fabric of American democracy. Their audiences deserve better, and the law should hold them accountable for their actions, regardless of their claimed ignorance.

I guess in MAGA land, those supposedly against fake news, spread fake news! MAGA influencing requires zero fact checking, and they stand by the creed and motto of, never ever let facts get in the way of great bullshit story.

In the end, Johnson, Pool, Rubin, Hansen’s involvement in this Russian disinformation campaign highlights a broader issue with the MAGA media ecosystem: a reckless disregard for the truth. Whether intentional or not, they played a role in promoting Kremlin-backed narratives. They may try to paint themselves as victims of an elaborate scheme, but the fact remains—they helped spread disinformation that threatens the integrity of American democracy. Their audiences should demand more accountability from those who claim to stand for truth while spreading falsehoods.

Let’s make an example out of these influencers…..lock these MOFO’s up!

 NFTOS
Editor-In-Chief
Roger West