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Washington Week with The Atlantic

What's behind Trump's abrupt firing of NSA leadership?

Season 2025 Episode 14 | 12m 48s

President Trump is facing criticism after firing the head of the National Security Agency. Far-right activist Laura Loomer took credit for the firings on social media and said she discussed staff loyalty in an Oval Office meeting with Trump.

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