Tom Homan, who was appointed "border czar" by US President Donald Trump, gestures as he speaks to the media outside the White House in Washington, DC. File image/Reuters
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Firstpost27-01-2026, 13:21

Trump Deploys 'Border Czar' Tom Homan to Minneapolis Amid Protests

  • US President Donald Trump is sending his 'border czar' Tom Homan to Minneapolis following protests and outrage over a second shooting in the city.
  • Homan, a former Border Patrol agent and ICE official, will report directly to Trump, who described him as "tough but fair."
  • His visit comes amidst growing calls for an independent investigation into immigration enforcement tactics, especially after a fatal shooting by ICE agents.
  • Homan is known for his staunch support of Trump's immigration policies, advocating for targeting all undocumented individuals, not just those with criminal histories.
  • Despite past bribery accusations that were shut down by the Trump Justice Department, Homan is expected to play a key role in potential future immigration enforcement.

Why It Matters: Trump dispatches 'border czar' Tom Homan to Minneapolis to address immigration enforcement amid ongoing protests.

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