Archive · 22 Sep 2025
FBI Closes Probe of Trump Aide Homan Amidst Bribery Allegations
The FBI investigated Tom Homan, a White House advisor under Trump, for allegedly accepting a $50,000 bribe from an undercover agent.
The investigation stemmed from a separate national security probe where Homan was mentioned.
During an undercover sting, Homan was recorded accepting the money, allegedly in exchange for government contracts.
The investigation, which began under the Biden administration, was later closed without charges.
The White House under Trump claimed it was a politically motivated case.
The Justice Department has also dismantled the unit that prosecutes corruption cases, which took part in the Homan probe.
Tom Homan, Trump's border czar, allegedly accepted a $50,000 bribe from an undercover FBI agent.
Homan allegedly promised government contracts for money.
An FBI undercover sting operation was conducted.
The investigation started under the Biden administration and was closed by the Justice Department.
The White House stated the investigation was politically motivated.
- Who
- Tom Homan
- What
- Allegedly accepted a $50,000 bribe from an undercover FBI agent
- When
- August 2024
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- To investigate potential bribery and fraud.
Critics
White House
Investigation Motivations
Critics
The investigation may be legitimate.
White House
Views it as a politically motivated attack.
- Subject
- Tom Homan
- Role
- Trump's Border Czar
- Allegation
- Accepted $50,000 bribe
- Alleged Activity
- Promising government contracts
- FBI Action
- Undercover sting operation
- Outcome
- Investigation closed without charges
Sources
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