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Tom Homan Denies Bribery Allegations; DOJ Closes Case

10/20/2025

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Tom Homan, former border czar for President Donald Trump, denied accepting $50,000 from undercover FBI agents in a bribery sting.
The Department of Justice closed the investigation for insufficient evidence.
The Trump campaign supported Homan, calling the allegations propaganda.
Critics including Senator Chris Murphy argued there is a double standard in justice for allies versus opponents, renewing debate over political influence in the Justice Department.

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Tom Homan, former border czar for President Donald Trump, denied accepting $50,000 from undercover FBI agents in a bribery sting.
The Department of Justice closed the investigation for insufficient evidence.
The Trump campaign supported Homan, calling the allegations propaganda.
Critics including Senator Chris Murphy argued there is a double standard in justice for allies versus opponents, renewing debate over political influence in the Justice Department.