Laura Loomer Clashes with Rajdeep Sardesai at India Today Conclave 2026

American political commentator Laura Loomer sparked controversy during her first visit to India at the India Today Conclave 2026, clashing with journalist Rajdeep Sardesai. Loomer accused Sardesai of double standards after he criticized her remarks on Islam while hosting Mehdi Hasan, whom she cited for past controversial statements. She also urged Indian journalists to oppose Pakistani terrorists and defend Hindu interests. Despite facing criticism for previous remarks about Indian immigrants, Loomer expressed support for a U.S.-Israel-India alliance against Islamic militancy, while maintaining her stance on H-1B visa policies.