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Democracy Defenders Sue FBI Over Alleged Homan Bribe Tape

2/18/2026

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Democracy Defenders Fund sues the FBI to release a tape it says shows Tom Homan, the former border czar in the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, taking a $50,000 bribe.
The FBI declined to release the tape, citing privacy concerns.
Homan denies wrongdoing.
The White House defends Homan, saying he has not been involved in any contract decisions and criticizing the investigation as politically motivated.

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Democracy Defenders Fund sues the FBI to release a tape it says shows Tom Homan, the former border czar in the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, taking a $50,000 bribe.
The FBI declined to release the tape, citing privacy concerns.
Homan denies wrongdoing.
The White House defends Homan, saying he has not been involved in any contract decisions and criticizing the investigation as politically motivated.