Far-Right Activist Calls for Banning Muslims from TSA

Laura Loomer's latest bigoted rant targets Muslim TSA workers as a 'national security threat'

Mar. 13, 2026 at 12:09am

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In a social media post, far-right personality Laura Loomer has called for all Muslims to be prohibited from working with the Transportation Security Administration, referring to them as a 'national security threat.' Loomer's latest bigoted rant is nothing new for the controversial figure, who has a history of targeting marginalized communities and spewing conspiracy theories.

Why it matters

Loomer's comments come as the TSA is facing significant staffing challenges due to a partial government shutdown, with hundreds of agents quitting and call-out rates spiking at some airports. Her remarks further inflame tensions and promote harmful discrimination against Muslim Americans working in public service roles.

The details

In her post on X (formerly Twitter), Loomer wrote that she is 'disgusted' by the number of Muslims working in TSA, and said she wants to tell them 'f--- you' and demand they remove their hijabs. She claimed it is a 'national security threat' for Muslims to be employed by the TSA.

  • Loomer's latest rant was posted on March 13, 2026.

The players

Laura Loomer

A far-right political activist and commentator known for her bigoted and conspiratorial rhetoric targeting marginalized communities.

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

The federal agency responsible for security in all modes of transportation in the United States.

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What they’re saying

“Every time I travel and a Muslim in a hijab asks to see my passport at TSA, I just want to say 'f--- you. How dare you, take your hijab off and then maybe I will show you.' I am disgusted that the airport in Atlanta has so many Muslims working in TSA.”

— Laura Loomer (X (formerly Twitter)

“In fact, I think that's what I'm going to start saying from now on. It's a national security threat for Muslims to be working in TSA. Why do I have to go through the humiliation ritual of showing my passport to some Muslima b--- in a hijab with a heavy accent? I'm done.”

— Laura Loomer (X (formerly Twitter)

What’s next

Loomer's comments are likely to face widespread condemnation, and may prompt calls for her to be removed from any positions of influence. The TSA will also need to address its staffing challenges amid the ongoing partial government shutdown.

The takeaway

Loomer's bigoted rant against Muslim TSA workers is the latest example of her long history of targeting marginalized communities. Her remarks further inflame tensions and promote harmful discrimination, underscoring the need for greater understanding and inclusion in public service roles.