Explosive Report Claims Trump’s Border Czar Tom Homan Took $50,000 From FBI Agents Before 2024 Election
A political storm erupted after a bombshell MSNBC investigation revealed that Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, was allegedly caught on video accepting $50,000 in cash from undercover FBI agents just weeks before the 2024 presidential election. The case, which federal officials initially believed could lead to criminal charges, was ultimately shut down after Trump returned to the White House.
FBI Allegedly Captured Tom Homan in Cash Exchange
According to six sources familiar with the matter, FBI agents posing as contractors met with Homan in Texas on September 20, 2024, where he was recorded accepting $50,000. During the exchange, Homan allegedly promised to help secure lucrative border security contracts if Trump won re-election.
Federal officials reviewed the evidence and believed they had a potential conspiracy and bribery case, though technicalities complicated the path to formal charges.
Why Bribery Charges Were Complicated
While the FBI reportedly gathered video evidence of Homan taking the cash, prosecutors determined that:
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Homan was not a public official at the time of the payment.
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Trump had not yet taken office for his second term.
Because of these circumstances, the case did not meet the standard criteria for a bribery prosecution. Instead, officials monitored Homan’s actions once he assumed his new role in Trump’s administration.
Possible Charges Considered
Federal officials internally debated four potential criminal charges:
| Potential Charge | Reason Considered |
|---|---|
| Conspiracy | Coordination to influence contracts |
| Bribery | Acceptance of $50,000 cash |
| Fraud (Type 1) | Misrepresentation during negotiations |
| Fraud (Type 2) | Promise of future government contracts |
Ultimately, none of these charges were pursued once Trump’s Justice Department closed the case.
Justice Department Under Trump Ends Probe
When Trump appointed new officials to the Justice Department in 2025, the investigation was dismissed. One Trump-appointed DOJ official went as far as labeling it a “deep state” investigation.
FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a statement defending the decision, saying:
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The case originated under the Biden administration.
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A full review found “no credible evidence of criminal wrongdoing.”
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Resources should focus on “real threats to the American people.”
White House Calls Case “Blatantly Political”
White House deputy press secretary Abigail Jackson also rejected the allegations, calling the investigation “blatantly political.” She accused Biden’s Justice Department of targeting Trump’s allies rather than addressing illegal immigration and border security concerns.
Political Fallout and Adam Schiff’s Response
The MSNBC report triggered swift backlash from Democrats. California Senator Adam Schiff, a former federal prosecutor, stated:
“Border Czar Tom Homan was caught by the FBI accepting bribes – on camera – to deliver government contracts in exchange for $50,000 in cash. Pam Bondi knew. Kash Patel knew. Emil Bove knew. And they made the investigation go away.”
This Adam Schiff response to Tom Homan further inflamed political tensions in Washington.
Trump’s Counterattack and DOJ Shake-Up
In reaction, Trump took to his social media platform to lash out at Schiff and New York Attorney General Letitia James, demanding prosecutions against both.
The situation intensified when Trump fired Erik Siebert, the interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, for refusing to bring charges against James. Trump later announced that Lindsey Halligan, his former personal lawyer and a current White House aide, would replace Siebert.
Who Is Tom Homan?
Tom Homan has been a central figure in Trump’s immigration agenda:
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Former Role: Acting ICE Director during Trump’s first term.
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Current Role: Border czar overseeing what Trump calls the “largest deportation project in U.S. history.”
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Background: Previously a visiting fellow at the Heritage Foundation, the think tank behind Project 2025.
Broader Implications
The allegations highlight growing scrutiny over how Trump’s allies are handled by federal law enforcement. The case adds fuel to ongoing debates over political interference in investigations and the independence of the Justice Department.
