Archive · 6 Jun 2025
22-Year-Old Fugate to Lead DHS Prevention Programs
A young man named Thomas, who is 22 and has worked in a garden and a grocery store, is now in charge of a counterterrorism program at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
This has caused surprise as he has no security experience.
Before this, he was working as a special assistant in an immigration office and was involved in the Trump campaign.
Some experts are concerned, while DHS officials defend the choice, citing his work ethic and performance in his current role.
Thomas Fugate, 22, was appointed to lead the DHS Center for Prevention Programs.
Fugate lacks experience in national security or policy.
His prior work included roles in landscaping and a grocery store.
He previously worked as a special assistant in an immigration office at DHS.
DHS officials cite his work ethic as a factor in the appointment.
- Who
- Thomas Fugate, a 22-year-old.
- What
- Appointed head of CP3 at DHS.
- When
- Recently appointed
- Where
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
- Why
- To lead the Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships.
Critics
DHS Officials
Qualifications
Critics
Concerns about his inexperience in counterterrorism and leadership ability.
DHS Officials
Cites his work ethic and performance in his current role.
- Fugate's Age
- 22
- Previous Experience
- Gardening, Grocery Store, Trump Campaign
- Replaced
- Bill Braniff
- New Role
- CP3 (Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships)
